Osimhen Is Bigger Than Turkish Football – Fenerbahçe President Hails Galatasaray Coup
Fenerbahçe President Ali Koç has stirred debate across Turkish and European football after declaring that Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen is “too big” for the Turkish Süper Lig. The comment comes amid Osimhen’s stunning goal-scoring form while on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli…..CONTINUE READING
Speaking to TRT Spor, Koç praised Osimhen as a generational talent, saying:
“Osimhen is a special player and a player above Turkey. That player is in a different category. He also comes once in 40 years.”
Koç revealed that Fenerbahçe was never in the running for Osimhen’s signature, stating that the Super Eagles forward was initially set for a move to Saudi Arabia before Napoli raised their asking price, which collapsed the deal. Galatasaray then stepped in and managed to secure him temporarily—a move Koç described as “pure luck.”
Osimhen has been in red-hot form this season, bagging 33 goals in all competitions, instantly becoming a fan favorite in Istanbul. However, Fenerbahçe’s president emphasized the financial strain such a signing places on clubs, stating that a permanent deal would leave no room for financial flexibility under Turkey’s league regulations.
As Osimhen continues to attract interest from major Premier League clubs including Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea, the likelihood of him staying in Turkey remains slim. But for now, Galatasaray supporters are enjoying a rare gem in their squad.
