Victor Osimhen has received a nod of approval from Mario Balotelli after the Nigerian striker opted to wear the number 45 jersey at Galatasaray. Osimhen, who recently joined the Turkish giants on loan from Napoli, shared an image on Instagram showcasing his new shirt, which quickly caught the attention of Balotelli.
The Italian forward, known for his own stints with the number 45 across various clubs, including Inter Milan, Manchester City, AC Milan, Liverpool, Brescia, Monza, and Adana Demirspor, responded to Osimhen’s post with a fire emoji, signaling his support for the choice.
Balotelli’s association with the number 45 has become iconic over the years, and it seems Osimhen is keen to carry on that legacy at Galatasaray.
The number, which Balotelli first adopted during his early days at Inter Milan, has since been a part of his identity on the pitch, symbolizing a blend of flair and unpredictability—traits that Osimhen also embodies.
Osimhen’s decision to wear 45 could be seen as a tribute to Balotelli, one of football’s most enigmatic figures, and it has clearly resonated with the Italian.
As the Nigerian forward embarks on this new chapter at Galatasaray, fans will be eager to see if the number brings him the same level of recognition and success it did for Balotelli.
