Former Galatasaray striker Bafetimbi Gomis has heaped reward on Victor Osimhen, saying the Nigerian ahead is doing an “exemplary job” and is making the Turkish giants, Africa, and Nigeria proud, Soccernet.ng stories.
Osimhen, 26, has loved a sensational season at Galatasaray following his mortgage transfer from Napoli in September.
With 33 objectives in all competitions, the Nigerian has not solely emerged as the highest scorer within the Turkish Tremendous Lig but in addition propelled the Istanbul membership to the brink of a historic home double.
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And one of many membership’s former heroes is clearly impressed.
“Osimhen is defending the colors of Galatasaray as he must be,” stated Gomis as per Habersarikirmizi.
“He’s doing an exemplary job together with his efficiency and I’m happy with him. I hope he leads us to the championship and makes Galatasaray, Africa, and all of Nigeria proud. He’s a really hard-working and hungry participant.”
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Gomis, who retired in 2024, is aware of what it means to put on the well-known yellow and pink jersey. The previous France worldwide scored prolifically throughout his time at Galatasaray, ending because the league’s prime scorer after they lifted the Süper Lig title in 2018.
Regardless of being a seasoned ahead with spells at Lyon, Swansea, and Marseille, Gomis had nothing however admiration for the way in which Osimhen has tailored to life in Turkey.
“I don’t have any recommendation to offer to Osimhen,” Gomis added. “Osimhen does justice to the Galatasaray jersey. He already is aware of that he’s cherished at Galatasaray and he ought to proceed to make us proud and rating extra objectives. I want him the most effective.”
Osimhen’s short-term future stays unsure. His dad or mum membership Napoli are anticipated to think about affords when the switch window reopens, because the ahead’s contract runs till the summer time of 2026.
Together with his kind drawing consideration throughout Europe, the Turkish aspect could face stiff competitors in the event that they hope to maintain him.
For now, although, Galatasaray followers will likely be dreaming of a league and cup double – and Osimhen is on the coronary heart of it.
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