26.05.2026 00:00
Former Newcastle United player Chris Waddle has called on Newcastle to turn their attention to Victor Osimhen this summer. Speaking about Osimhen being a great striker, Chris Waddle said, "He would elevate every team in the Premier League. He is a very consistent, dynamic player with absolute dominance in the air and high technical ability. I would love to see him as Newcastle's new number 9."
Victor Osimhen, who has been performing successfully this season with the Galatasaray jersey, has entered among Europe's leading scorers. The Nigerian star, who played the lead role in the yellow-reds' 26th Super League championship, continues to attract the attention of major clubs.
OSIMHEN RECOMMENDATION TO NEWCASTLE UNITED
Former Newcastle United player Chris Waddle suggested that the English club should turn their transfer focus to Victor Osimhen this summer.
"FAR ABOVE THE TURKISH LEAGUE"
Waddle, while evaluating his former team Newcastle's situation, reminded that the void left by Alexander Isak, who transferred to Liverpool last summer, has still not been filled and called on the management to act quickly for Osimhen. Waddle expressed his admiration for Osimhen with the words, "I really like Osimhen's style. I had the chance to watch him five or six times in Turkey this season, and I was literally amazed by his work ethic. He is a player who desperately wants to win, leaves no stone unturned on the pitch, and never shies away from challenge. Honestly, his move to Turkey surprised me a lot. I know he is cherished there, but I think his level is definitely far above the Turkish League."
"I WOULD LIKE TO SEE HIM AS NEWCASTLE'S NEW NUMBER 9"
The English legend stated that Osimhen would fit perfectly into the Premier League, saying, "He would elevate any team in the Premier League. He is a very consistent, mobile player with absolute dominance in the air and high technical capacity. I would love to see him as Newcastle's new number 9. If he were on the market today, at least five other giant clubs besides Newcastle would line up for him. Considering that footballers' most productive period is between ages 28-30, he has a great time ahead to experience his peak years in the Premier League."