Turkey's biggest investment: When Victor Osimhen will take to the pitch for Galatasaray

Victor Osimhen, the Super Eagles star, recently became the most expensive player in Turkish football history after completing a record €75 million transfer to Galatasaray.

The Nigerian striker after securing a permanent home Galatasaray from SSC Napoli is now poised to make his debut for the Turkish giants.

Osimhen has already begun training with Galatasaray since Friday as reported by Pulse Sports and Yahoo Sports, following his official signing on a four-year contract.

The club shared exclusive photos of his first training session, showing him integrating smoothly with his new teammates at the Kemerburgaz Textin Oktay Facilities.

Galatasaray’s first preseason match featuring Osimhen is scheduled for Saturday night, when the Turkish champions will face Serie A side Lazio at the Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex RAMS Park.

The club plans to use their newly launched third kit for the fixture in the game which offers the Nigerian star a chance for a second debut and an opportunity to link up with his compatriot and fellow Super Eagles teammate, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.

The club has highlighted Osimhen as part of the matchday squad model on their social media accounts, signaling the likelihood of him featuring in the game. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how the prolific striker will perform in his new home as Galatasaray prepare for the new season.

This friendly against Lazio serves as a significant first step for Osimhen in Turkish football and will be closely watched by supporters hopeful that he will continue from where he stopped last season in the Super Lig.

• Official transfer completed: July 31, 2025

• First training session: A ugust 1, 2025

• Possible debut match: August 2, 2025, Galatasaray vs. Lazio at Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex

• Contract length: Four years

• Transfer fee: €75 million, highest in Turkish football history

Osimhen’s arrival and imminent debut underline Galatasaray’s ambition to compete at the highest level domestically and in Europe, with the Nigerian striker positioned as a key figure in their plans going forward.