Victor Osimhen Eyes Club Ownership In Turkey, Nigeria

Nigeria international striker Victor Osimhen has revealed an ambition to expand his influence beyond the pitch by venturing into football club ownership, with plans reportedly focused on Turkey and Nigeria.

The Super Eagles forward made the disclosure during a live online session with content creator Carter Efe, where he spoke about a long-term vision centred on football investment, talent development and creating opportunities for young players.

At the heart of the reported plan is Istanbulspor, the historic Turkish club currently competing in the TFF First League, which Osimhen is said to be considering as a possible acquisition target.

Such a move would mark the striker’s first major step into football management and ownership in Europe, with Istanbulspor viewed as a club that offers both sporting potential and relative financial accessibility.

Alongside that, Osimhen is also said to be exploring the possibility of establishing or acquiring a club in the Nigeria Premier Football League.

The proposed Nigerian side would serve as a development base for emerging talents, with the idea of identifying promising players locally, nurturing them and creating a pathway for them to move to Europe through the Turkish club.

Speaking during the livestream, Osimhen stressed his desire to give back to the game and help young Nigerian footballers find the kind of opportunities that can shape their careers.

The model reflects the growing trend of multi-club ownership in world football, where investors and high-profile players build connected operations across different countries for player development and strategic growth.

Osimhen’s reported plans come on the back of his big-money move to Galatasaray and his rising profile as one of Africa’s biggest football stars.

Beyond his exploits on the pitch, the 27-year-old has also been linked with investments in real estate, suggesting a broader interest in building a long-term business portfolio beyond his playing days.

Observers believe a move into Turkey’s second tier could provide an accessible entry point into European club ownership, while also offering a practical platform for scouting, development and future transfers.

If the project eventually materialises, it could help strengthen the bridge between Nigerian grassroots football and the European game, while positioning Osimhen as a major figure in developing the next generation of talent.

Samuel Ahmadu

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. On the back of domestic engagement since 2008, he began his international career journey at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.

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