Galatasaray's squad has been criticised by Turkish legend Emre Bol for depending too much on Victor Osimhen and lacking hunger and fight from other players.
Osimhen joined Galstasaray on loan during the summer transfer window after several failed attempts to secure a big move.
Since joining the Turkish side, the Super Eagles star has been in exceptional form as his team leads the Turkish League table.
The striker has scored 16 goals and provided four assists in 20 appearances for Galatasaray this season.
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The five-time Super Lig champion has told Victor Osimhen's teammates to step up in the title race
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Emre speaks on Osimhen’s impact
Galatasaray's latest disappointing result has left Bol frustrated. Speaking on the Ekol Sports YouTube channel, he emphasized that Osimhen has been the only player making a difference for the team.
"For weeks, Victor Osimhen has been carrying Galatasaray. The others are not showing any effect. Other players do not show half the fight of Osimhen, who is on loan.”
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Bol feels that the rest of the squad lacks the passion and dedication that Osimhen has shown during his short time in Turkey.
"There is no running, no fighting, no head-butting of the kick," he said, criticizing the team’s overall lack of intensity and physicality.”
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Galatasaray's title challenge is faltering as the team struggles to maintain momentum. Fans and analysts have expressed their frustration with the team's recent performances, which have raised concerns.
Coach Okan Buruk is now under pressure to find solutions and motivate his players to match Osimhen's intensity.