Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen delivered a performance worthy of headlines as he scored twice to help Galatasaray seal a commanding 3-0 victory over Trabzonspor in the Turkish Cup final on Wednesday at the Gaziantep Stadium.
Osimhen, who drew a blank in the league encounter between the two sides over the weekend, made a resounding statement in the cup final, finding the net in the 46th and 63rd minutes as Cimbom ran riot over their city rivals.
The 26-year-old's goals marked his 34th and 35th of the season in just 39 appearances, alongside six assists—sparking a wave of fan reactions and renewed calls from elite European clubs to secure his signature this summer.
One fan couldn't hold back the excitement, boldly declaring Osimhen as “better than Haaland” following his brace in the Turkish Cup final.
A Chelsea fan expressed excitement over a potential summer signing, eagerly anticipating a Palmer–Osimhen partnership next season.
One fan pleaded with Barcelona to sign Osimhen, hoping to see him don the iconic Blaugrana colours next season.
A frustrated Manchester United fan mocked the club’s transfer priorities, questioning their interest in Liam Delap while players like Osimhen continue to impress.
One fan highlighted Osimhen’s instant impact, linking his arrival to Galatasaray’s long-awaited Turkish Cup triumph after a five-year drought.
Victor Osimhen etched his name into Galatasaray’s history books on Wednesday, becoming the first foreign player to score 35 goals in a single season for the club. In doing so, the Nigerian striker surpassed a long-standing record set by Brazilian forward Mário Jardel, whose 34-goal haul had stood unchallenged for 24 years.
Osimhen has been a standout performer in Turkey since his season-long loan move from Napoli in September 2024, quickly establishing himself as one of the league’s most impactful forwards.
Osimhen’s contract with Napoli includes a release clause of €75 million (£63.2 million), a figure that has piqued the interest of several elite clubs across Europe.
Premier League giants Chelsea, Manchester United, and Arsenal are reportedly monitoring the striker, while Saudi Pro League powerhouse Al Hilal have also been linked with a potential move.
