Victor Osimhen is acclimatizing to life in Turkey, as he was pictured in his first training session with Galatasaray.
Victor Osimhen Reunites With Dries Mertens at Galatasaray
Galatasaray took to their social media accounts to share pictures of Osimhen alongside Belgian star Dries Mertens.
The pair have reunited in Turkey, having previously played together at Napoli between 2020 and 2022, with the Yellow-Reds also noting their reunion in their post put out across their socials.
They captioned their heartwarming post with the words which read: “They met again in Galatasaray 💛❤️.
“Dries & Victor 🤩”
Victor Osimhen also gave fans an insight into his first training session with Galatasaray, as he posted images on his Instagram account.
The Instagram post made by Osimhen included a picture of him being involved in a workout alongside an image of him in possession of the ball.
When Was Victor Osimhen Unveiled As A New Galatasaray Player?
Victor Osimhen was unveiled by Galatasaray on September 4, 2024, following weeks of uncertainty surrounding his future.
The 25-year-old hugged the headlines for most parts of the 2024 summer transfer window, as fans were keen to see where the Nigeria international would end up.
Why Did Osimhen Not Join Chelsea Or Al Ahli This Summer?
Osimhen was linked with Chelsea and Al Ahli this summer, but both moves failed to materialize due to several factors.
The Blues had reportedly been interested in signing Victor Osimhen, but the ex-Lille man rejected the advances of the club after they failed to meet his wage demands.
His move to Al Ahli also couldn’t become a reality despite an agreement over personal terms, as the Saudi Pro League club failed to reach an agreement with Napoli over a transfer fee.
Who Is Victor Osimhen?
He is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Süper Lig club Galatasaray, on loan from Serie A club Napoli, and the Nigeria national team.
Victor Osimhen Birth Information And Market Value
Osimhen, 25, was born on December 29, 1998, and his market value has been earmarked at €100 million.
Victor Osimhen Salary And Contract Details
Victor Osimhen earns about €250,000 per week at Galatasaray.
His loan deal with his new club ends in June 2025, while Osimhen’s current contract with Napoli ends in June 2026, having penned a 3-year contract extension in December 2023.
Victor Osimhen’s New Release Clause?
Reports indicate that Victor Osimhen has renegotiated his contract at Napoli, with his release clause pegged at €75 million.
Osimhen Net Worth And Clubs He Has Played For
His net worth is estimated to be between €8 million to €16 million, and he has played for several clubs in his career, including R Charleroi, VfL Wolfsburg, and LOSC Lille.
Victor Osimhen’s Family
The attacker is the son of father Patrick and late mother Christiana, with the Napoli man being the youngest of 7 siblings – Andrew, Samson, Gloria, Esther, Joy, Blessing, and Victor.
Osimhen is dating German lady Kim Stefanie Ladewig, who was born on September 13, 2000, and they have one child together, a daughter – Hailey True, who was born in 2022.
Victor Osimhen’s Career Stats
Moreover, the 25-year-old has netted 114 goals and provided 28 assists in 223 appearances across all competitions.
Internationally, Osimhen has scored 22 goals and provided 11 assists in 37 appearances for Nigeria.
