Super Eagles latest news today: Orban overtakes Osimhen, Sanusi transfer, & more

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There’s news from Turkey, as Gift Orban has been firing on all cylinders for Amedspor. He starred in a seven-goal thriller between Galatasaray and Amedspor and scored. That goal was significant for him and his placement on the Super Lig goalscorers’ chart.

We also have an update on Zaidu Sanusi, who is being linked with an exit from Porto as he is in the final year of his contract.

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Gift Orban Overtakes Victor Osimhen

Gift Orban and Victor Osimhen.
Gift Orban and Victor Osimhen. (Photo by Imago)

Nigerian striker Gift Orban has overtaken compatriot Victor Osimhen as the highest goalscorer in the Turkish Super Lig this season.

He scored for Amedspor in their 4-3 loss to Galatasaray at Rams Park. His strike takes him to ten goals for Amedspor in the Super Lig, ensuring that he overtakes Osimhen, who is on nine goals.

The 24-year-old now currently tops the scoring charts with ten goals from 11 games. Orban is having a great campaign, and after the international break, he will be looking to resume from where he stopped.

Osimhen missed the game due to an injury. He will also miss the international break with Nigeria. The 27-year-old marksman will spend up to three weeks on the sidelines.

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