Victor is top 3 strikers in the world  — Ex-Napoli star raves to Mikel Obi about Osimhen

Victor is top 3 strikers in the world — Ex-Napoli star raves to Mikel Obi about Osimhen

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 08:25 - 29.04.2025

Victor Osimhen has been hailed as one of the top 3 strikers in world football after his outstanding performances for Galatasaray.

Galatasaray forward, and Belgium icon Dries Mertens has heaped praise on teammate and Super Eagles goal-machine Victor Osimhen, calling him one of the best strikers in world football.

The two forwards developed a strong partnership during their time at Napoli and later reunited at Galatasaray, playing 62 games together across both clubs.

Mertens shared his insights on Osimhen's impact on Galatasaray and their relationship in an appearance on the Obi One Podcast, hosted by Mikel Obi.

Victor Osimhen has scored 30 goals this season for Galatasaray.
Victor Osimhen has scored 31 goals this season for Galatasaray. Victor Osimhen has scored 30 goals this season for Galatasaray.

"Victor is one of the top three strikers at the moment, and we're lucky that he's playing with us," Mertens said.

"In this moment, you don't have many strikers like him around."

Their bond extends beyond football, with Mertens highlighting the benefits of their close friendship. "We have a good relationship, and that's why I'm so glad he came here," he added.

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"I think he can still achieve a lot more if he demands it from himself. The hunger to score every minute, not every game. After one, you have to go for two."

"Istanbul is such a big city, and there are many things to do, so I think it gives him a bit of calm. He lives close to me, and our children are best friends, so it's nice to see."

Galatasaray look poised to retain the league title, as they hold a 5-point lead over Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce with 5 games remaining.

Osimhen leads the Golden Boot race with 22 goals, three ahead of Krzysztof Piatek.

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