By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Galatasaray president Aydun Ozbek is upbeat Victor Osimhen will have a greater impact at the club after his permanent switch from Napoli, Prompt News reports.
The permanent transfer was officially confirmed by the Turkish Super Lig champions on Thursday.
Osimhen scored 37 goals, and registered eight assists in 41 appearances during his loan spell with Okan Buruk’s side last season.
Ozbek is optimistic the Nigeria international will have a better contribution in the upcoming season.
“We saw that last night. There’s an incredible outpouring of love for him (Osimhen). He’s a player worthy of it. I’m sure he’ll do his best next year and in the years to come as long as he stays at Galatasaray,” Ozbek told the club’s official website.
“I welcome him. I wish him many happy and successful seasons at Galatasaray. The fans have high expectations of him, and he’s aware of that. As the management team, I’m particularly happy that my colleagues and I have met the expectations of the Galatasaray fans.
” Our goal this year is to have a successful season in the Champions League. I wish both Victor and all our players a successful league and a successful Champions League season. Congratulations to Victor at Galatasaray.”
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