May 31, 2026
Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has moved to calm growing speculation surrounding his future after comments made by Nigeria head coach Eric Chelle suggested the forward could be close to completing a transfer.
Chelle sparked fresh rumours about Osimhen’s next destination while explaining the striker’s absence from Nigeria’s upcoming international friendlies against Poland and Portugal.
The Franco-Malian tactician revealed that Osimhen requested to stay away from the squad as he focuses on a potential move.
“We miss two players because Victor Osimhen maybe he is about to change club, so I prefer he stays at home because if he plays and is not at 100 percent is not good,” Chelle said.
