Victor Osimhen Names Galatasaray Stint Best Period of His Career After Fourth Consecutive Super Lig Title

Victor Osimhen has singled out his time at Galatasaray as the defining chapter of his professional career, making the declaration after the Turkish giants claimed a fourth consecutive Super Lig title — a landmark achievement in the club’s recent history.

The 27-year-old Nigerian forward contributed 15 goals in 20 league appearances during the 2025-26 season to help Galatasaray seal the championship. Speaking on the club’s official YouTube channel after a 4-2 victory over Antalyaspor clinched the title, Osimhen was candid about how he views his time in Istanbul.

“I’m experiencing one of the best periods of my career,” he said. “I feel great. This is the best so far. We deservedly lifted the trophies. I’m enjoying it very much, I’m very happy.”

Osimhen initially arrived in Istanbul on loan before completing a permanent transfer ahead of the 2025-26 campaign. His debut season in Turkey was nothing short of remarkable — he registered 37 goals and eight assists across 41 appearances in all competitions, also helping Galatasaray secure a Super Lig and Turkish Cup double in 2024-25. The consistency he has shown across both campaigns has further cemented his reputation as one of the most productive strikers in world football.

The former Napoli forward, whose departure from the Italian club was widely reported as a difficult exit, has spoken openly about the emotional bond he has developed with Galatasaray. “Galatasaray and Osimhen, you could say God wrote it in our destiny,” he said. “I am very happy at Galatasaray. It has a different place compared to the other clubs I have been at. Every time I wear the jersey, I will fight for my club and my team.”

Despite the warmth of those sentiments, the question of where Osimhen will play his football next season is far from settled. According to reports from TEAMtalk, Chelsea have revived their interest in the striker, while Barcelona and Real Madrid have also reportedly made enquiries. Osimhen has not yet publicly indicated a decision on his future.

The uncertainty surrounding his next move is significant. At 27, Osimhen is entering what many consider the peak years for a striker, and his output across two seasons in Turkey — 52 goals in total across all competitions — has done nothing to diminish his market value. Galatasaray’s reported €75 million permanent transfer fee has so far been vindicated by his performances, with the club’s manager previously describing the investment as worthwhile.

For Galatasaray, winning four successive Super Lig titles marks an era of domestic dominance. Osimhen’s arrival in 2024 coincided with — and arguably accelerated — that run of success. Whether the club can retain him as they look to extend that streak and potentially make a deeper impression in European competition remains one of the more consequential transfer questions heading into the summer window.

Osimhen has represented the Super Eagles of Nigeria at international level and was central to the country’s footballing narrative heading into the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying cycle. His club form will inevitably shape expectations around his national team contributions as well.