14.08.2026 09:40
Galatasaray will kick off the new season this evening against Çorum FK. Ahead of the match, all eyes are on Victor Osimhen, and it has been reported that head coach Okan Buruk held a private meeting with the Nigerian star, who had heated arguments with opponents during the pre-season friendlies, warning him to "stay calm."
Victor Osimhen, whose future at Galatasaray was a topic of interest during the transfer period, has remained with the team. The Nigerian striker, who responded negatively to the interest from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal, joined the pre-season camp with the yellow-red team for the first time.
It was noted that Osimhen closely engaged with the young players throughout the camp and frequently gave motivating speeches to his teammates.
OKAN BURUK'S "STAY CALM" WARNING
Galatasaray's technical staff held a special meeting with Osimhen before the Çorum FK match. Okan Buruk warned the 26-year-old striker, who had displayed some agitated moments and had heated arguments with opposing players during friendly matches. Buruk asked the star player to remain calm on the pitch.
TEAMMATES ALSO SPOKE WITH OSIMHEN
Captain Abdülkerim Bardakcı and his teammates also met with Osimhen, emphasizing the importance the Nigerian player holds for the team. The 26-year-old striker stands out as one of Galatasaray's leaders on the pitch for the new season.
59 GOALS IN 74 MATCHES FOR GALATASARAY
Victor Osimhen has won 3 trophies so far in his Galatasaray career. The star striker, who has experienced 2 Süper Lig championships and 1 Turkish Cup with the yellow-red jersey, has found the back of the net 59 times in 74 matches.