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Osimhen completes deal to Galatasaray, says let’s create ‘unforgettable memories’

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Osimhen also described his teammates at Galatasaray as an “amazing group”, adding that he cannot wait to meet the fans of the club

By Kehinde Okeowo

Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, has said he wants to create “unforgettable memories” at Turkish club, Galatasaray after singing for them.

He made this known on his X page after he was officially unveiled by the club on Wednesday.

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Osimhen signed a one-year loan deal with the Turkish Super Lig giants from Serie A club, Napoli.

The 25-year-old had earlier seen moves to English Premier League club, Chelsea and French outfit, Paris Saint-Germain hit the rocks. 

It is understood that the loan deal with the Turkey club has a break clause in January, which will allow him to leave for another club if Galatasaray receive a fee.

Speaking after the transfer was sealed, the Super Eagles striker said he was excited to join the Turkish outfit.

ALSO READ: Gundogan labels Osimhen’s move to Galatasaray ‘Crazy’ 

He went on to describe his teammates as an “amazing group”, adding that he cannot wait to meet the fans of the club. 

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Speaking via his verified social media handle on Wednesday night, Osimhen tweeted, “Super excited to be part of the Galatasaray family!

“I can’t wait to give my all and make the most of this new journey with such an amazing group and the fans, Ready to create unforgettable memories together! Let’s go! @GalatasaraySK.”

Prior to this, Manchester City midfielder, Ilkay Gundogan, had said Osimhen’s loan deal to Galatasaray was a “crazy” move.

The German made the comment after news of Osimhen’s loan agreement with the Galatasaray was broken on social media by Italian journalist and transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano.

Following the Nigerian international’s decision to go to Turkey, Gundogan, who has Turkish roots, took to the comment section of the post shared by Romano and wrote, “wow… crazy”.

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