Victor Osimhen Explains Why He Pushed Relentlessly to Secure Permanent Galatasaray Return

Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen has finally opened up about the motivation behind his determined efforts to secure a permanent move back to Galatasaray, emphasizing a strong emotional bond with the club and its supporters.

The Turkish football giants, Galatasaray, etched their name into the history books of Turkish football after finalizing a record-breaking €75 million transfer deal to bring Osimhen from Italian club Napoli. The move stands as one of the most significant and high-profile signings in Turkish Super Lig history.

Arriving in Istanbul on Wednesday evening, Osimhen was welcomed with overwhelming support as passionate fans of the Yellow-Reds gathered at Ataturk Airport to celebrate his return. The energy at the airport reflected the fans’ eagerness to see their star forward back in Galatasaray colors.

Osimhen, now 26, will be officially unveiled in a signing ceremony scheduled to take place at Rams Park Stadium ahead of the highly anticipated Lazio clash on Saturday.

In a heartfelt interview with GSTV, the club’s official channel, Osimhen opened up about why returning to the club was so crucial for him. Reflecting on his previous loan stint at Galatasaray, he shared his deep-rooted affection for the city, its people, and the football culture that resonates with him on a personal level.

“I feel a profound connection with this club, the city, and the fans,” Osimhen explained during the broadcast. “That’s the reason I fought with everything I had to come back permanently.”

The striker expressed his continued passion and unwavering commitment to both the club and its supporters:

“That feeling is still very much alive within me. I want to keep playing with intent and with a purpose. I’m here to give my best, not just for myself, but for every single fan who believes in me. I’m genuinely thrilled to be back.”

Osimhen’s permanent return to Galatasaray signals not only a new chapter in his career but also a promising season ahead for the club, with fans hoping he will be the catalyst for further domestic and continental triumphs.