French press praises Osimhen: A great artist

French newspapers put Victor Osimhen on their front pages after he played against his former club Lille in a Galatasaray shirt. The match ended Lille 2, Galatasaray 4. Osimhen's goal in the 61st minute was described in the French press as the turning point of the match.

According to the reports, the Nigerian striker troubled the Lille centre-backs throughout the game at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium, where he once played. The goal came after a successful one-two with Barış Alper Yılmaz. Osimhen did not celebrate the goal, and made a heart sign with his fingers to his former fans. As he left the pitch, the stands gave him a standing ovation. It was reported that Lille defender Alexsandro had said before the match that they would put up a fight, but that Osimhen won this battle. Seven years ago, Osimhen scored 18 goals in 38 matches for this team.

The Spanish press also covered the story. Marca noted that Osimhen has the athleticism to trouble even Europe's top centre-backs. Mundo Deportivo recalled the earlier transfer comments Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick made about the player and described Osimhen as a number 9 who can win a match on his own.

England's Sky Sports wrote that Chelsea may want to trigger Osimhen's release clause in the January or summer transfer window. According to the report, the player's finishing is at a level that could attract the interest of Premier League clubs.