Nigerian international and Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has opened up about the swirling speculation surrounding his future, stating that while there is constant noise about his next move, he remains focused on the present and committed to giving his best for Galatasaray.
The 25-year-old forward made the remarks following Galatasaray�s crucial 2-0 victory over Samsunspor on Friday evening�a win that not only extended the Istanbul club�s lead at the top of the Turkish S�per Lig table but also saw Osimhen score his 29th goal of the season in all competitions.
�There are always rumours about me. That�s part of being a professional footballer,� Osimhen said during his post-match interview. �But right now, I�m living in the moment. I�m enjoying every bit of this journey. The love from the fans has been incredible�not just for me, but for my teammates and even my family. It means a lot.�
While transfer talk continues to dominate headlines�linking him with moves to top European clubs in England, Spain, and Italy�Osimhen was quick to emphasize that any future decision would be made with care and consideration for everyone involved.
�I know people are curious about what�s next, but when the time comes, the decision will be made with everyone�s best interests at heart�mine, the club�s, and those closest to me,� he explained. �No matter what happens, Galatasaray will always be in my heart. This club has given me a platform, a family, and unforgettable memories.�
Osimhen�s goal against Samsunspor helped seal a vital win for Galatasaray in a high-stakes clash against the league�s third-placed side. The result kept them three points clear of arch-rivals Fenerbah�e in the race for the S�per Lig title, with only a handful of fixtures remaining.
�The focus right now is on us as a team,� Osimhen continued. �We�re not looking too far ahead. We take it game by game, but our ambition is clear�we want to win every match. We have the quality, the depth, and the belief to lift the trophy. But that can only happen if we give everything every time we step on the pitch.�
Reflecting on the performance, the Nigerian striker admitted that Galatasaray struggled to find their rhythm in the opening 45 minutes but praised the team�s composure in the second half.
�In the first half, we were a bit rushed,� he noted. �We wanted to show what we could do, but maybe we tried to force it too much. We didn�t keep the ball as well as we should have. Credit to Samsunspor�they�re a strong team, and they made it difficult for us. It was to their advantage early on.�
He continued: �But in the second half, we calmed down, played with more patience, and managed to control the game better. I�m really happy to have scored again, but more importantly, I�m happy with the team�s response. We have to keep this going, stay humble, and stay hungry.�
As speculation around his future continues to build, Osimhen remains the consummate professional, keeping his eyes firmly on the task at hand: winning the title with Galatasaray. With his consistent performances and goal-scoring prowess, he has become not just a fan favorite in Istanbul, but a key figure in Galatasaray�s pursuit of domestic glory.
Whether he remains in Turkey beyond this season or moves on to a new challenge, one thing is certain�Victor Osimhen�s impact at Galatasaray has already left an indelible mark.
