Victor Osimhen: Galatasaray Eye Leverkusen’s Nigerian Striker as Partner in January

• Victor Osimhen formed a deadly strike partnership with Mauro Icardi on arrival at Galatasaray on loan
• The Argentine striker is unfortunately out of the season with an anterior cruciate ligament rupture
• Galatasaray have identified potential targets, including a Nigerian striker playing in the German league

Victor Osimhen has played mainly as a lone striker since Mauro Icardi's season-ending ACL injury, but that won't be for long, with Galatasaray already eyeing a new partner.

Osimhen hit the ground running immediately after he arrived at Galatasaray from Napoli on a season-long loan, and it took no time before he became a fan favourite in Turkey.

As noted by Transfermarkt, he has contributed to 13 goals in 11 games, including eight goals and five assists across the Turkish Super Lig and UEFA Europa League.

Galatasaray eye new partner for Osimhen

Osimhen and Icardi formed a great on-pitch relationship before the Argentine's unfortunate ACL injury two weeks ago against Tottenham Hotspur.

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The Nigerian forward has played mainly as a lone striker since then or paired up top with Dries Mertens or Michy Batshuayi, but they are different from playing with Icardi.

Gala have been eyeing multiple players as a new partner for the Napoli star, and according to Turkish journalist Eyup Yildiz, one of their targets is a Super Eagles forward playing for Bayer Leverkusen Nathan Tella.

The England-born forward has struggled for playing time under Xabi Alonso this season and is considering his future elsewhere in search of playing time.

Osimhen speaks after helping Galatasaray

Briefly News reported that Victor Osimhen showcased his remarkable form with a pivotal goal for Galatasaray in their UEFA Europa League clash against AZ Alkmaar. The Nigerian forward delivered a stunning header to equalize, playing a key role in the Istanbul club's exceptional 2024/25 campaign.

Galatasaray, led by Okan Buruk, have set a new benchmark in Turkish football by remaining unbeaten through the first 12 match weeks, a streak highlighted by their recent victory over Bodrumspor.

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Source: Legit.ng