Massive Crowd Welcomes Victor Osimhen at Turkey Airport Ahead of Galatasaray Move, Video
- Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen has landed in Istanbul to a hero’s welcome as thousands of Galatasaray fans gathered at the airport
- He is set to shatter the record for the most expensive signing in Super Lig history after Galatasaray agreed to a €75 million permanent transfer
- The Nigerian striker scored 37 goals in 2024/25 season for the Istanbul-based club, winning the league's Most Valuable Player and Top Scorer awards
Nigerian superstar striker Victor Osimhen has arrived in Turkey to a hero’s welcome as thousands of Galatasaray fans trooped to the airport to welcome him to the club.
The Turkish champions teased the striker's official announcement on social media and offered supporters the chance to live stream his flight to Istanbul on Wednesday night (July 30).
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According to Transfermarkt, Osimhen is on the verge of completing a sensational move to capital giants Galatasaray on a permanent deal for a fee in the region of €75 million.
This would break the Turkish Super Lig’s all-time transfer record, currently held by Morocco’s Youssef En-Nesyri after his €19.5m move from Sevilla to Fenerbahce last summer.
Osimhen is set to sign for Galatasaray permanently, with a payment structure currently being negotiated after impressing at the club on loan from Italian giants Napoli last season.
The Super Eagles striker emerged as the MVP of the Super Lig and also carted home the top scorer award, after netting 37 goals across all competitions and helping Gala win the title.
Thousands at airport wait to welcome Osimhen
Osimhen arrived in Turkey to a resounding reception from Galatasaray supporters, who were delighted to see the striker return to the club after a successful loan spell last season.
Videos circulating on social media captured legions of fans waving club flags, chanting the Super Eagles forward's name, and singing team anthems as he stepped off the plane in the city.
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Thousands of fans were waiting for Osimhen at the airport after tracking his flight from Germany to Istanbul.
The airport was packed with thousands who came to witness the moment last season's hero returns first-hand.
With the official announcement imminent, the transfer has already set social media ablaze.
Osimhen is said to have undergone his medicals, with an announcement expected soon.
Meanwhile, Galatasaray fans eagerly anticipate seeing the Nigerian star back in their colours.
Osimhen ready to lead Galatasaray again
Having already conquered the Turkish league in his debut season, Osimhen is expected to spearhead Galatasaray’s attack next season, Foot Africa reports.
The Istanbul club is banking on its firepower to deliver silverware, with added support from returning captain Mauro Icardi and new signing Leroy Sane.
For Osimhen, the move represents both a homecoming and a new challenge, one that comes with expectations from fans who have embraced him as a star.
Osimhen reacts after sealing Galatasaray move
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Osimhen has reacted on social media after Napoli cleared him to fly to Istanbul and complete his long-awaited permanent transfer move to Galatasaray.
The Nigerian forward spent last season on loan at the Turkish club after failing to secure a permanent move away from Italy despite interest from Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and others.
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