In a stunning show of passion and unity, Galatasaray fans have launched the trending hashtag #StayOsimhen across X (formerly Twitter), urging Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to extend his stay at the Turkish giants beyond the current season.
The campaign, which gained momentum shortly after Galatasaray’s recent league win, reflects the deep admiration the fanbase has developed for the Super Eagles forward since his arrival.
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Thousands of supporters are flooding social media with videos, graphics, and heartfelt messages, pleading with the 25-year-old to reject a summer move and continue leading the line in Istanbul.
Osimhen, who joined Galatasaray on loan from Napoli in September 2024, has been a revelation in the Turkish Süper Lig. His electrifying debut — where he assisted and celebrated among the fans in a 5–0 rout of Rizespor — instantly made him a fan favorite.
He followed up with a string of match-winning performances, including a memorable hat-trick against Antalyaspor and crucial goals on the European stage.
Despite reported interest from top clubs in England and Saudi Arabia, Osimhen publicly vowed to finish the season with Galatasaray, a pledge that only deepened the fans’ love for him.
Now, they want more.
The #StayOsimhen movement has become a symbol of that bond — a collective plea from a city that has embraced him not just as a footballer, but as one of their own.
While no official statement has been made by the club or the player regarding a permanent transfer, insiders suggest Galatasaray may explore a deal to keep him, depending on negotiations with Napoli and the player’s personal ambitions.
Whether the campaign will sway Osimhen’s decision remains to be seen — but one thing is certain: the love story between Victor Osimhen and Galatasaray is already one for the books.
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