Nigeria forward Victor Osimhen not on Barcelona’s wishlist

Nigeria international Victor Osimhen is not a transfer target for Spanish giants Barcelona as the chase for Robert Lewandowski’s replacement continues.

Osimhen, who recently joined Turkish champions Galatasaray, has made an impressive start to his time in Istanbul, scoring six goals in nine games, which fueled speculation about renewed interest from top European clubs, including the Catalan giants.

The Spanish giants are seeking for a replacement for Lewandowski, whose contract expires next summer. Currently, Barcelona are not negotiating for Osimhen, as they cast their net wide to sign a potent striker.

Before his move to Galatasaray, the Super Eagles star was linked with clubs like Chelsea, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain.

Osimhen secured a permanent move to Galatasaray in the summer transfer window following an impressive loan spell last season. He was directly involved in 45 goals in 41 games, helping the Istanbul giants secure a domestic double last term.

Despite interest from top clubs in Europe, Osimhen opted to join Galatasaray permanently from Napoli on a historic transfer fee worth €75 million.

He recently became Galatasaray’s fastest goalscorer in Champions League history with his early goal against Bodø/Glimt. In the same match, the forward became the first Galatasaray player to score in seven consecutive European games, highlighting his consistent impact.