Victor Osimhen: Super Eagles star arrives Nigeria, set to link up with squad in Uyo

Osimhen recently completed his loan move from Napoli to Galatasaray following a long summer transfer saga.

The 25-year-old had a difficult summer having been linked with a move away from Napoli, which only materialised once the transfer window closed.

PSG, Al Ahli and Chelsea were all in the race to sign the Super Eagles striker at one point in the transfer window, but Napoli were not satisfied by the offers.

Despite being close to securing a move to Chelsea, the forward rejected the weekly wages from the Blues, leading to a failed transaction.

Osimhen was expected to arrive at the Super Eagles camp a few days ago but had to sort out his transfer to Galatasaray.

It was reported by Buchi on X that “Victor Osimhen already reached out to the NFF & Eguavoen since Saturday.. to give them a brief of what’s happening regarding his future & his impending move to Galatasaray & they gave him the permission to handle his business.”

Following his completed transfer to Galatasaray, he was seen boarding a private jet heading to Nigeria for National team duty.

The 2023 African Best Player has now landed in Nigeria, as reported by Buchi on X, and he is set to join the team in Uyo.

Meanwhile, Osimhen’s impact has been recognised after he was nominated for the Ballon d’Or award for the second time in a row.

The Super Eagles star was also joined by Europa League record-breaker Ademola Lookman on the list.