Galatasaray icon Tanju Çolak has praised Victor Osimhen, stating that without the Nigerian striker’s contributions, the club would likely be in fifth place in the Turkish Süper Lig rather than leading the table.
Since joining Galatasaray on loan last summer, Osimhen has been a transformational figure for the club. The 26 year old Nigerian international has been directly involved in 27 goals in 28 matches, scoring 22 times and providing five assists. His efforts have propelled Galatasaray to first place in the league with 65 points, four ahead of fierce rivals Fenerbahçe.
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Speaking in an interview with Ekol TV, Çolak described Osimhen as a player who fights relentlessly and is willing to put everything on the line to win.
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"Osimhen plays to the death! He is a player who runs, fights and throws himself into every challenge. If he were not here, Galatasaray could even be in fifth place," Çolak stated.
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With the season nearing its conclusion, Osimhen remains fully committed to securing the league title before his expected departure in the summer. His performances have attracted major interest from top European clubs, setting the stage for one of the biggest transfer sagas of the next window.
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Victor Osimhen’s impact at Galatasaray is undeniable. His ability to change games single-handedly, coupled with his relentless work ethic, has made him an indispensable figure for the Turkish giants. Çolak’s statement highlights just how valuable he has been without him, Galatasaray might not even be in the title race.
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Osimhen’s future is now a major talking point. His loan spell has been a resounding success, and European heavyweights will be lining up for his signature when the season ends. Whether he stays in Turkey or moves to a top-five European league, one thing is certain Osimhen is one of the most sought-after strikers in world football.
For Nigeria, this is an exciting sign ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. A confident, in-form Osimhen could be the for the Super Eagles, and his club form suggests that he is at the peak of his career.
Did You Know?
[Victor Osimhen](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/transfer-news/brian-okonkwo-joins-west-brom-u21-after-arsenal-exit/) has scored 22 goals this season, making him one of the top scorers in the Turkish league.
Galatasaray is aiming for their 24th Süper Lig title, further [extending](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/local-clubs-and-academies/) their dominance in Turkish football.
[Osimhen](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/football-law-and-ethics/) previously played in Ligue 1 Lille and Serie A Napoli before making the switch to Turkey.
The Nigerian striker won the Capocannoniere Serie A Golden Boot in 2023, becoming the first African player to do so.