Galatasaray Fans Rally to Keep Osimhen

Galatasaray supporters have launched an extraordinary grassroots campaign to help the club secure the permanent signing of Nigerian superstar Victor Osimhen. The forward, currently on loan from Napoli, has had a record-breaking season and fans are taking unprecedented steps to ensure he remains in Istanbul.

At a recent press conference, Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk acknowledged the fervent movement among supporters to fund Osimhen’s transfer. In a striking moment that captured the emotion behind the campaign, Buruk stated:

“Our fans are doing extraordinary things. Some are even giving away their fields, their small savings—just to make sure Osimhen stays with Galatasaray. This is not just football, this is love. I would like Osimhen’s transfer to be acquired permanently; I would like it very much as a technical director and as a fan.”

This emotional revelation follows weeks of innovative fundraising efforts. The club is preparing to launch an AI-powered mobile app offering exclusive access to training sessions and player interactions. With a 2,500 TL premium membership tier, Galatasaray hopes to attract 500,000 contributors, potentially raising billions of lira to finance Osimhen’s transfer.

The campaign has gained momentum on social media, with hashtags like #OsimhenForCimbom and #KeepVictor trending across Turkey. Supporters have shared stories of sacrifice, with some reportedly selling livestock, jewelry, or small plots of land to contribute to the cause.

Rasim Zaimoğlu, a Galatasaray executive, emphasized the power of collective effort:

“If even one-third of our 35 million fans donate just $1, that’s enough to bring Osimhen home for good. It’s a united effort, a once-in-a-generation show of commitment