Ahmet Çakar Hails Victor Osimhen as One of Galatasaray’s Greatest Foreign Players

Former Turkish referee Ahmet Çakar has praised Victor Osimhen, describing him as one of the greatest foreign players to ever play for Galatasaray.

Speaking on the Libero TV YouTube channel, Çakar highlighted Osimhen’s strong sense of belonging and commitment to the club, suggesting he may even rank as the number one foreign player in that regard.

“Osimhen is one of the greatest foreign players ever to come to Galatasaray, perhaps even number one, in terms of feeling a sense of belonging and ownership,” he said.

Çakar also addressed criticism surrounding the striker’s activities during his recovery from injury, defending his decision to travel to Nigeria to spend time with family before undergoing surgery.

The former referee noted that Osimhen’s actions were reasonable, stating that being injured does not mean a player must isolate completely, especially when not aggravating the injury.

Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray from Napoli last year, has continued to impress with his performances, further cementing his status as a fan favourite.

Opinion: More Than Talent—The Power of Connection

Ahmet Çakar’s praise of Victor Osimhen goes beyond statistics—it speaks to something deeper in football: connection.

In modern football, players often move between clubs with little time to build emotional ties. But when a player shows genuine commitment, passion, and identification with a club, it resonates strongly with fans.

Osimhen appears to have achieved that at Galatasaray. His performances matter, but his attitude—his visible connection to the badge—may matter even more in the eyes of supporters.

The defence of his personal choices during injury also raises an important point. Footballers are human beings first. Expecting them to completely disconnect from family or personal life during recovery can be unrealistic and unfair.

Ultimately, greatness is not only defined by goals or trophies, but by impact. If Osimhen continues on this path, he may not just be remembered as a great player—but as one who truly belonged.