Nigeria, Aug. 1 -- Victor Osimhen's meteoric rise in European football has taken another historic leap. After conquering Serie A with Napoli and finishing 8th in the 2023 Ballon d'Or rankings, the Super Eagles forward has now become the most expensive player in Turkish football history, sealing a €75 million transfer to Galatasaray.

The 26-year-old had spent last season on loan with the Turkish giants; scoring goals, winning hearts, and seemingly falling in love with the club and its culture. Now, the deal is permanent, and Osimhen is officially a Lion.

Osimhen landed in Istanbul to scenes more befitting of a national hero than a club signing. Thousands of Galatasaray fans flooded Ataturk Airport, chanting, waving flags, and follo...