Mourinho Highlights One Key Flaw in Osimhen’s Game Despite Galatasaray Success
- Jose Mourinho has stated Victor Osimhen’s weakness despite rating him as one of Africa’s best strikers
- The Nigerian forward and Mourinho are currently rivals in Turkey after Osimhen joined Galatasaray on loan
- Osimhen has had huge success on the pitch for Galatasaray this season, netting nine goals in all competitions
Jose Mourinho has lauded Victor Osimhen’s career and has rated the Nigerian forward as one of the best strikers from Africa, but not without a flaw.
The 25-year-old forward has been in superb form since joining Galatasaray, becoming a fan-favourite instantly at the Istanbul giants after excelling on and off the pitch since his loan move to Turkey.
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According to Transfermarkt, Osimhen has had 13 goal contributions for Galatasaray this season, netting nine goals and five assists in just 12 games in all competitions.
The Nigerian forward has become an instant leader in Okan Buruk’s team since the injury to captain Mauro Icardi, and a nightmare for opposing defenders due to his aerial abilities and eye for goal.
Galatasaray are eager to keep Osimhen at the club when the striker’s loan spell expires at the end of the season and are already looking for means to raise funds for his transfer, although they will contend with some of Europe’s top clubs like Chelsea for his signature.
What Mourinho said about Osimhen’s flaws
Meanwhile, Mourinho has likened Osimhen to former Chelsea forward, Didier Drogba, but has disclosed the Nigerian’s only flaw is diving.
The Fenerbahce manager made this assertion during the 25-year-old’s arrival at Turkish football and advised him to stop diving if he intends to become one of the best strikers in the world.
Mourinho, who was rivals with Osimhen when both parties were in the Serie A with Napoli and AS Roma respectively, claims to have a great relationship with the forward despite their assumed rivalry.
Galatasaray icon sends message to Osimhen
YEN.com.gh reported that Former Galatasaray star Umit Davala advised Victor Osimhen to remain patient and composed during matches after the Nigerian striker struggled to score in a 2-2 draw against Eyupspor.
Davala emphasized that Osimhen's contributions are vital to the team and encouraged him to stay calm to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
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