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Barcelona add Osimhen to striker shortlist

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been listed among Barcelona’s key options as the Spanish giants search for a long term replacement for Robert Lewandowski. Reports in Europe say Barca’s recruitment team has drawn up a shortlist of centre forwards, with Osimhen viewed as one of the realistic targets for the summer window. Barcelona are planning for life after Lewandowski, whose role in the team is gradually being reduced as he nears the end of his contract. The club is said to be studying several profiles, but Osimhen and a few other forwards stand out because of their proven goal scoring records and age profile. According to reports, Osimhen is not currently at the very top of Barca’s list, but he is seen as a serious alternative if primary targets cannot be signed. However, any move for the Nigerian will be […]

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Al Ahli line up big summer move for Paul Onuachu

Saudi Pro League side Al Ahli are reportedly preparing an ambitious bid to sign Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu from Turkish club Trabzonspor this summer.​ Reports in Spain and Nigeria say the Jeddah club see the in form forward as a priority target as they plan for next season. Onuachu has been in outstanding form in the Turkish Super Lig, scoring 17 goals in 20 appearances and netting in six straight matches.​ His prolific record has made the 31 year old one of the most sought after centre forwards playing outside Europe’s traditional top five leagues.​ Al Ahli’s interest is understood to be linked to uncertainty over the future of England striker Ivan Toney, who has been tipped for a high profile return to the Premier League. The Saudi club view Onuachu as a like for like replacement, offering similar […]

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On fire Onuachu hits 17th Turkish Super Lig goal for Trabzonspor

Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu has continued his red hot form in Turkey, netting his 17th league goal of the season in Trabzonspor’s 2 1 away win over Gaziantep. The 31 year old forward struck the winner in the 27th minute, reacting quickest in the box to fire home from close range and complete a first half comeback for the visitors. The hosts had taken the lead in the 22nd minute through Mohamed Bayo, but Felipe Augusto levelled for Trabzonspor just two minutes later before Onuachu’s decisive finish. The result keeps the Black Sea Storm third in the Turkish Super Lig table on 48 points, four behind second placed Fenerbahçe and seven adrift of leaders Galatasaray.​ Onuachu is now the clear leader in the race for the Golden Boot, moving ahead of Istanbul Basaksehir striker Eldor Shomurodov. He has also […]

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Europe watch: Onuachu scores again as Sadiq impresses for Valencia

Super Eagles striker Paul Onuachu continued his fine scoring form in Turkey, netting again for Trabzonspor at the weekend. The towering forward headed in his 16th league goal of the season, although his side eventually lost 3–2 to title chasing Fenerbahce. Onuachu had the chance to complete a brace late in the game but missed a penalty, bringing an end to his previously flawless spot kick record this season. Despite the defeat, his consistent scoring run keeps him among the most in form Nigerian forwards in Europe. In Spain, Sadiq Umar impressed for Valencia with another lively display as he continues to rebuild his career in La Liga. The Nigerian striker has recently been involved in key games, including scoring in the Copa del Rey against Athletic Bilbao after earlier putting the ball into his own net in the same […]

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Osimhen and Icardi can unsettle Juventus in Champions League – Buruk

Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk says the attacking partnership of Victor Osimhen and Mauro Icardi can rattle Juventus in their upcoming UEFA Champions League tie. He spoke after both strikers delivered standout performances in a 5–1 league win over Eyupspor. Buruk paired Osimhen and Icardi together in a two man attack, with Icardi scoring a hat trick and Osimhen providing two assists. The coach said their chemistry, movement and ability to create chances make them a major threat to any defence. Looking ahead to the Champions League playoff against Juventus, Buruk admitted the Italian giants are favourites but insisted Galatasaray have enough quality to cause problems. He highlighted Juventus’ physical strength and flexible formations but said his side will prepare specifically to exploit spaces with quick transitions and aggressive pressing. Buruk added that Galatasaray are in a good place physically and […]

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Turkish expert dismisses Osimhen Icardi rivalry talk

Turkish football analyst Bulent Timurlenk has played down claims of a growing rivalry between Galatasaray strikers Victor Osimhen and Mauro Icardi. He said the Nigerian and Argentine forwards have shown respect for each other and work as a united strike force.​ Speculation about tension between the pair dates back to summer 2024, when Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan and initially formed a partnership with Icardi before the Argentine suffered an ACL injury. Icardi later returned to score four goals in seven league games, while Osimhen finished last season with 26 goals in 30 appearances.​ This season, Icardi has scored 10 goals in 20 league matches and Osimhen has nine in 15, helping Galatasaray push for another Super Lig title. Across all competitions over the past two seasons, they have combined for 70 goals, with Osimhen netting 52 and Icardi 18.​ […]

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Osimhen and Onuachu light up Turkish title race

Victor Osimhen and Paul Onuachu have intensified the Turkish Super Lig title race with standout performances that underlined their importance to Galatasaray and Trabzonspor. A big weekend of goals from both Super Eagles strikers sparked fresh debate about who is the more complete forward.​ Onuachu was the driving force in Trabzonspor’s 3-0 victory over Samsunspor. The tall striker scored twice to take his league tally to 15 goals, despite missing part of the season while on AFCON duty with Nigeria.​ He had two more efforts ruled out, one for a foul and another for offside, narrowly missing out on a four goal haul. With his brace, Onuachu became the first foreign player in Trabzonspor’s history to score against Samsunspor in both league fixtures in a single season.​ Osimhen responded with a record breaking strike in Galatasaray’s 3-0 away win over […]

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Osimhen scores as Galatasaray outclass Rizespor

Galatasaray moved closer to retaining their Turkish Super Lig title with a comfortable 3-0 win over Rizespor at the Caykur Didi Stadium. Victor Osimhen scored his 15th goal of the season in all competitions to cap a dominant team performance.​ The visitors started strongly and forced Rizespor into early mistakes. Ibrahim Olawoyin was booked in the second minute for a tactical foul to stop a quick Galatasaray counterattack. Soon after, Gabriel Sara struck the woodwork with a powerful effort as the champions pushed for the opener.​ Galatasaray’s pressure paid off in the 19th minute. Noa Lang split the defence with a well-timed through ball to Baris Alper Yilmaz, who directed a precise header into the bottom right corner to make it 1-0.​ Rizespor tried to respond and showed some quality in attack. Olawoyin remained their main threat and delivered a […]

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Kante joins Fenerbahce with Erdogan’s support

France midfielder N’Golo Kante has joined Turkish giants Fenerbahce from Saudi club Al Ittihad, a move the club says was made possible with the support of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.​ The World Cup winner, who turns 35 next month, was expected to move to Istanbul earlier, but the transfer was delayed after an administrative error. The length of his contract was not disclosed.​ Kante, a two time Premier League winner with Leicester City in 2016 and Chelsea in 2017, will now try to strengthen his case for a place in France’s squad for the next World Cup finals.​ Fenerbahce president Sadettin Saran said the club had successfully completed the transfer of one of world football’s most respected midfielders. He publicly thanked Erdogan for his role in helping secure the deal, saying it would benefit both Fenerbahce and Turkish football.​ Fenerbahce, […]

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Osimhen hits 50th Galatasaray goal in win over Karagümrük

Victor Osimhen was on target as Galatasaray secured a hard‑fought win over Fatih Karagümrük in the Turkish Super Lig at the Atatürk Olimpiyat Stadium on Saturday night. The champions made a flying start when Gabriel Sara opened the scoring inside the first minute.​ Karagümrük hit back in the 27th minute through Baris Kalayci to make it 1–1 before the break. Galatasaray responded strongly after halftime, with Sara restoring their lead early in the second period with his second goal of the game.​ Osimhen then extended the advantage in the 55th minute, calmly finishing to net Galatasaray’s third of the night. The strike was his 50th goal for the Istanbul giants, underlining his importance since joining the club.​ The Nigerian forward now has seven league goals this season and 13 in all competitions from 18 appearances. The victory keeps Galatasaray four […]

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