Nigeria’s Super Eagles sensation Victor Osimhen has finally broken his silence on why he snubbed lucrative offers from top English Premier League clubs to sign a permanent deal with Turkish champions Galatasaray.

The 26-year-old forward, who was heavily linked with powerhouses like Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Newcastle United, opted to continue his flourishing career in Istanbul after a phenomenal loan spell last season.

Upon his arrival in Istanbul, greeted by thousands of ecstatic Galatasaray fans, Osimhen explained his decision. The prolific striker stated that Galatasaray felt like home – a place where he and his family feel safe and happy.

“This is where I want to be, and I’m happy to be here, where I feel safe, where I feel home for my family, for my friends,” Osimhen said.

“I’m happy to continue with Galatasaray. It’s only Gala. It has been my mindset for a while since the start of this year.”

Osimhen, who bagged an impressive 37 goals across all competitions last season, revealed that his focus initially remained on achieving the club’s targets.

Once those were met, he engaged in discussions with the club’s hierarchy, culminating in the permanent transfer.

This commitment from Osimhen is a massive coup for Galatasaray as they gear up for another dominant domestic season and aim for a strong showing in European competitions.

The Nigerian international will now spearhead a formidable attack alongside Mauro Icardi and new signing Leroy Sane, as reported by Transfermarkt. Galatasaray’s bold move to secure Osimhen permanently signals their serious intent to compete with Europe’s elite.

For Osimhen, it’s clear this decision transcends football; it’s about finding a place of belonging and stability after a challenging end to his time at Napoli.