Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has addressed the future of Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen, who is currently on loan with the Turkish giants. Recent speculation has suggested that Osimhen could be on the move again during the January transfer window, with Premier League side Chelsea among the clubs reportedly interested in his services.
Chelsea were linked with Osimhen during the summer but were ultimately priced out of a move for the Nigerian forward. Despite their impressive start to the Premier League season—sitting fourth in the table with 16 goals, the second-highest in the division—Chelsea remain in search of more firepower and are still being linked with a January move for Osimhen.
Speaking on Ersin Düzen ile Futbolün 100'ü via 12punto, Buruk clarified Osimhen’s situation at Galatasaray, ruling out a possible early exit. According to Buruk, despite reports suggesting otherwise, Osimhen is fully committed to staying with the club.
Buruk's update on Osimhen’s commitment to Galatasaray
“Osimhen said, ‘I will continue here, that is my thought' since he came. He is very happy here. If he was unhappy, if there was someone who said ‘I came here, why am I here', it could happen,” Buruk explained.
While Buruk acknowledged that transfer possibilities depend largely on the player's desire, he reiterated that Osimhen’s intention is to remain at Galatasaray for the time being.
“I don't know the transfer conditions. The player's desire is the main thing here. If the player wants, such a situation can happen. But when the player comes here, he thinks ‘I will not leave here, even if there is a clause, I will stay here,'” Buruk added.
Osimhen has been directly involved in five goals (scoring two and assisting three) in his first four appearances for Galatasaray before sustaining an injury. However, he is now nearing full recovery.
