Victor Osimhen is too big for this level - Nigerians demand bigger stage for Super Eagles striker

That is the mood surrounding Victor Osimhen after his latest performance for Turkish giants Galatasaray, a 5-1 demolition of Eyupspor in the Super Lig.

This time, it wasn’t just about the goals this time, Osimhen put on his playmaking boots, delivering two assists in a performance that showed range, intelligence, and maturity.

After shaping goals for the Lions, it ignited a familiar debate among Nigerian fans: Is he playing below his level?

One supporter argued on social media that to be truly elite, the 27-year-old must prove himself in a top five league, suggesting that goals in Turkey simply do not carry the same weight.

Another went further, claiming that “one goal in a top European league equals three in Turkey,” insisting that recognition as a world class striker demands a bigger platform.

The conversation quickly switched from admiration to ambition as some fans began to name some choice destinations for the former Napoli man.

FC Bayern Munich was mentioned as a possible destination option, while others believe FC Barcelona should seriously consider him, describing him as a low profile, clinical, and potentially affordable compared to other marquee options.

The underlying sentiment is clear: Turkey is not the final destination. It’s a stepping stone for the Nigerian icon.

Whether that perception is fair to the Super Lig is debatable, but in football, reputation often shapes legacy.

For a striker of Osimhen’s explosiveness. Work rate, and evolving creativity, many Nigerians believe the next chapter must be written on a bigger European stage because when a player begins to dominate comfortably, the question shifts.