Nigerian Legend Says It’s Time for Osimhen to Embrace the Premier League
Date: 12 May 2025
Byline: IDNN Nigerian Players Abroad Desk
Istanbul, Turkey – Nigerian football icon Daniel Amokachi has urged Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to make the bold move to the English Premier League, saying the time is right for the Galatasaray star to take his warrior spirit to the next level.
“It would be nice to see him play in the best league in the world — the EPL,” Amokachi said. “He’s a warrior. He flourishes anywhere.”
📈 Osimhen’s Season by the Numbers (2024/25)
| Stat | Total |
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| Appearances | 38 |
| Goals | 33 |
| Assists | 8 |
| Goal Contributions | 41 |
On loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, Osimhen has been unstoppable, driving the Turkish side toward league glory and lighting up Europe with his physicality, runs behind the line, and finishing prowess.
Transfer Buzz: Premier League Giants on Alert
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Clubs Interested:
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Manchester United
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Chelsea
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Arsenal (monitoring closely)
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Market Value: Estimated €95M
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Loan Status: Set to return to Napoli if no deal is struck before June
“He has that rare mix of technique, mentality, and presence,” Amokachi added. “He’s built for English football.”
🧠 Tactical Fit: Why Osimhen Suits the EPL
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✅ Press-resistant forward
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✅ Explosive in transition
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✅ Finishes with both feet and head
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✅ Dominates aerially
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✅ Battle-tested on big stages (AFCON, Champions League, Serie A)
🔥 The EPL Effect
Osimhen’s move would mirror the journeys of top African strikers like:
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Didier Drogba (Chelsea)
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Emmanuel Adebayor (Arsenal)
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Yakubu Aiyegbeni (Portsmouth/Everton)
A Premier League leap could cement Osimhen’s global brand status, unlock marketing deals, and elevate his Ballon d’Or trajectory.
IDNN Takeaway
Victor Osimhen has outgrown comfort zones. Galatasaray was a showcase. The Premier League could be the proving ground. And with legends like Amokachi calling for the move, the next chapter could define a generation.
EPL scouts, prepare your chequebooks. Osimhen is ready.