Victor Osimhen is currently considered as one of the best forwards of the contemporary football and one of the brightest African stars. His journey has been one of fighting and succeeding in Lagos to shattering records on the European scene, an example of epitomizing resilience, talent, and success.
Early Life
Victor James Osimhen was born in Lagos, Nigeria. He was left without his mother at a very tender age and he used to sell water in the streets to make money to help his family. His getaway and love was football.
He was scouted after his showings at the Ultimate Strikers Academy, and he gained visibility at the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup where he was the top scorer with 10 goals in the competition, which the Nigerian team won.
Club Career
Napoli (2020 – 2024)
Osimhen transferred to Napoli in 2020, at a club-record deal that cost Lille more than 80 million euros. In a few years, he became one of the most threatening forwards in Europe with his high point setting in the 2022/23 season as he:
- Scored Serie A 26 goals.
- Led Napoli to their first title in 33 years in the league.
- Was awarded the Serie A Golden Boot.
Nevertheless, the following season witnessed the heightening of conflict between Osimhen and Napoli management, including social media scandals and managerial differences in how to use him on the field. It is apparent that Osimhen could have used a clean slate, which was evident by the beginning of the 2024/25 season.
Amazing Loan Spell at Galatasaray (2024 - 25)
Galatasaray loaned Osimhen in a surprise move in the month of August 2024. The European heavyweights had made a gamble and this really succeeded in fantastic manner.
In his loan time:
- He registered 24 goals in 32 games in the competitions played.
- Took Galatasaray to the title in the Süper Lig and a wide finish in the UEFA Champions League up to Quarter finals.
- He instantly became a fan favorite due to his passion, goals, and leadership at the Ali Sami Yen Stadium.
The performance of Osimhen brought back his form and confidence. The transaction became permanent in the summer of 2025 when Galatasaray paid a record transfer of Turkish football, 75 million Euros, to Napoli to retain their transfer.
The striker has a long-term contract and was the best paid in the Süper Lig and one of the highest paid African players in the world.
International Career
Osimhen played his first senior match in the Super Eagles in the year 2017, and has since established himself as a major pillar of the national team. In the AFCON 2023 qualifiers, he was the highest goal getter in the Nigerian contingent, and he is a source of inspiration by his diligence in work and goal scoring appetite.
Net Worth & Salary
In 2025, the net worth of Victor Osimhen is 35- 40 Million Euros. He owes his riches to:
- 10 million dollars annual salary at Galatasaray
- Endorsements with Nike, Pepsi and African sports brands
- Rights to images, bonuses, and the presence on social media
He is already one of the highest paid footballers in Africa at the same level as Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane.
Wife & Personal life
Osimhen has a girlfriend called Stephanie, with whom he has a daughter. He is rather reserved when his personal life is concerned, but sometimes he does provide us with the glimpses of his own world on social media. He is still very close to Nigeria and engages on humanitarian activities and youthfulness development.
Lifestyle
Victor enjoys a not so extravagant but very luxurious life. He is a fan of fashion, music, and video games, has a collection of expensive cars and has homes in Lagos and Europe. Although he is successful, Osimhen is down-to-earth and people admire his humbleness and altruism.
He even uses a face protection mask in games, a tribute to the fact that his face is already healed after sustaining injuries, and the symbolism to his abilities as a ferocious fighter.
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