Buruk hails Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen as Galatasaray’s dream signing after record-breaking hat-trick

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has lauded Victor Osimhen’s impact, describing the Nigerian forward as the “perfect signing at the perfect time.”

Osimhen joined Galatasaray this summer in a blockbuster move that instantly reshaped the club’s attack.

The 26-year-old has settled quickly, becoming the driving force of Buruk’s frontline and delivering crucial goals in both domestic and European competition.

Speaking after Osimhen’s sensational hat-trick against Ajax in the Champions League—a performance that also broke a national European scoring record—Buruk could not hide his delight.

The victory saw Galatasaray win three straight Champions League games for the first time in their history.

“We’re happy to have Osimhen with us! It was a dream for us in the summer,” Buruk said.

“We need to thank the people who made this dream come true. First of all, our president Dursun Özbek and Abdullah Kavukcu played an important role. We should thank the entire management in this regard.”

Since arriving, Osimhen’s intensity, leadership, and eye for goal have been vital in Galatasaray’s push for domestic glory and continental success.

His relentless energy and ability to turn decisive moments in big games have made him indispensable.

Buruk also praised the striker’s character and influence beyond his on-field exploits, pointing to the professionalism and competitiveness he brings daily.

“He brings a winning mentality every single day. You can see how much he loves to fight for the team,” he said.

For Galatasaray, signing Osimhen was more than a marquee acquisition—it was a transformative decision that redefined the team’s ambitions.

As Buruk’s admiration makes clear, the club’s faith in their Nigerian talisman is being richly rewarded, and his continued brilliance will be central to their pursuit of silverware this season.