Ex-Beşiktaş Midfielder Sinan Engin Urges Galatasaray to Sell Victor Osimhen for €120m, Cites Attitude Concerns

Sinan Engin, a former midfielder for Beşiktaş, has publicly urged Galatasaray to sanction the sale of Victor Osimhen during the summer transfer window, provided the right financial offer materialises from one of Europe’s top clubs.

Speaking on the Asist Analiz YouTube channel, Engin indicated that a bid in the region of €120 million from clubs of the calibre of Real Madrid or Bayern Munich would be too significant for Galatasaray to turn down. “If clubs like Bayern Munich or Real Madrid are offering around €120 million or even more, then I support selling Osimhen,” he said.

Beyond the transfer valuation, Engin raised pointed concerns about what he characterised as a shift in the Nigerian striker’s demeanour and conduct during matches. He suggested these changes have had a tangible impact on how teammates interact with Osimhen in attacking phases of play. “We need to have a serious conversation with Osimhen. There have been changes in his behaviour. He’s not acting or performing the same way he used to,” Engin explained.

Of particular note was Engin’s observation regarding winger Yunus Akgün. According to the former midfielder, Akgün routinely opts to pass to Osimhen in situations where more effective options are available — a pattern he attributed to Osimhen’s reaction when the ball is not played to him. “When Yunus gets the ball, he tries to play it to Osimhen because Osimhen gets angry. Sometimes there are better options available, but players still force the pass to him. That becomes a problem,” Engin added.

Despite his criticisms, Engin did not dismiss Osimhen’s value to the squad entirely. He acknowledged the 27-year-old continues to make meaningful contributions for Galatasaray, though he argued the Super Eagles forward was at his most effective and disciplined during his initial loan period at the club. “Osimhen is still useful to Galatasaray, but he was even more useful during his loan spell,” he said.

Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli in the 2024–25 season before the Turkish club secured a permanent arrangement. He has remained one of the most heavily linked strikers in European football, with clubs from England, Spain, Germany, and France all reportedly monitoring his situation. His contribution was integral to Galatasaray’s Super Lig title triumph, with the striker netting a brace in the club’s comeback victory over Antalyaspor that secured the championship.

Osimhen’s transfer future continues to attract widespread attention ahead of the summer window. His market value and the speculation surrounding a potential move to a major European league means Galatasaray’s handling of any incoming offers will be closely scrutinised. Engin’s comments reflect a growing debate within Turkish football circles about whether the club’s long-term interests are best served by retaining or cashing in on their marquee forward.