Osimhen thanks Lille fans

Galatasaray's Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen spoke to Lille's official website after the Champions League match against the French club. Recalling his time wearing the Lille shirt, the 27-year-old said he watched the city before entering the stadium and that the years he spent there left him with peaceful memories.

Osimhen said he has wonderful memories with people around the club and with the supporters. He particularly stressed the interest shown to him and his family during his stay there.

The forward said he found the welcome he received from Lille fans emotional from the moment he stepped onto the pitch, and noted that these supporters played a part in shaping his career. He also said he sent his best wishes to Lille for this season.

After scoring a goal in the away match against Lille, Osimhen celebrated it. This season he has played in eight matches. In that time, the 27-year-old has scored seven goals and provided three assists.