26.05.2026 22:41
Oli McBurnie, who carried Hull City to the English Premier League with a goal at 90+5', has reignited discussions about the striking comments made earlier by the club's owner, Acun Ilıcalı. Ilıcalı had said about the star striker: "I just bought a forward, you need to watch him. It's incredible. 'McBurnie'—remember this name. I'm telling you, he'll score over 15 goals." Having finished the season with 18 goals and proving Acun Ilıcalı right, it has been reported that the Scottish player has so far received offers from three different clubs.
Hull City, owned by Acun Ilıcalı competing in the English Championship, had defeated their opponent 1-0 with a goal scored by Oli McBurnie in the 90+5th minute in the fight for promotion to the Premier League, and had secured their place in the Premier League.
ACUN ILICALI WAS RIGHT
This historic goal by the Scottish player brought to mind the bold statements made by Hull City's owner, Acun Ilıcalı, back in August.
"DON'T FORGET THIS NAME"
Acun Ilıcalı stated that when McBurnie was transferred, they had brought in a very important striker, saying, "I bought a new forward. You need to watch him. It's incredible. 'McBurnie,' don't forget this name. I'm telling you, he will score over 15 goals."
FINISHED THE SEASON WITH 18 GOALS
Ilıcalı's words turned into a prophecy with the performance of the Scottish striker. The star player, who found the back of the net exactly 18 times throughout the season, did not let his president down and became the leading figure who brought Hull City to their Premier League dream.
OFFERS FROM 3 DIFFERENT CLUBS
With the Premier League ticket doubling his market value, Oli McBurnie has already become one of the most talked-about names of the transfer window. It has been reported that three different clubs have made official offers for the 29-year-old striker, who has drawn attention with his performance.