{"id":815313,"date":"2024-12-28T02:17:05","date_gmt":"2024-12-28T08:17:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/28\/the-timing-is-perfect-ex-super-eagles-star-urges-osimhen-and-lookman-to-leave-galatasaray-atalanta\/"},"modified":"2024-12-28T02:17:05","modified_gmt":"2024-12-28T08:17:05","slug":"the-timing-is-perfect-ex-super-eagles-star-urges-osimhen-and-lookman-to-leave-galatasaray-atalanta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/28\/the-timing-is-perfect-ex-super-eagles-star-urges-osimhen-and-lookman-to-leave-galatasaray-atalanta\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cThe timing is perfect\u201d \u2013 Ex-Super Eagles star urges Osimhen and Lookman to leave Galatasaray, Atalanta"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Former Nigeria international Taye Taiwo has called on Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman to leave their current clubs, Galatasaray and Atalanta, respectively, for top European sides during the January transfer window, Soccernet.ng<\/a> reports<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Osimhen, currently on a season-long loan at Galatasaray, missed out on a Premier League move in the summer but has rediscovered his best form in Turkey.<\/p>\n

The Super Eagles striker has netted 12 goals and contributed four assists in just 15 matches for the reigning Super Lig champions.<\/p>\n

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January 14, 2024. AFCON 2023, Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman on the attack, Group A game, Nigeria vs Equatorial Guinea, Stade Olympique Alhassane Ouattara, Abidjan, Cote D Ivoire \u2013 Photo by Ebenezer Amoakoh Photogod<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
BOUAKE, COTE D IVOiRE \u2013 FEBRUARY 7 Victor Osihmen and Ademola Lookman of Nigeria during the TotalEnergies Caf Africa Cup of Nations Afcon 2023 Semi Final match between Nigeria and South Africa at Stade de la Paix on February 7, 2024 in Bouake, Cote d Ivore. Photo by IMAGO\u00a0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Despite his stellar performances, Osimhen has publicly expressed his commitment to staying with Galatasaray until the end of the season to help secure silverware.<\/p>\n

However, Taiwo believes the striker should take advantage of a release clause in his loan deal, which allows for a potential move to Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, or PSG in the winter.<\/p>\n

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\u201cVictor is back to his best and is ready to return to the big leagues,\u201d Taiwo told Africa Foot<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cSeveral teams are looking to strengthen their attack, and he should be at the top of their list. Right now, the market is more favourable than in the summer, and Napoli are willing to sell.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf Manchester United, Chelsea, or Arsenal approach him, he should seize the opportunity.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Meanwhile, Ademola Lookman, another Super Eagles star, has also been linked with a high-profile transfer.<\/p>\n

The Atalanta forward, who was close to joining PSG in the summer before the deal fell through, has enjoyed an impressive 2024.<\/p>\n

Lookman\u2019s performances have not only helped Atalanta challenge for the Serie A title but also earned him the 2024 African Player of the Year award.<\/p>\n

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While Atalanta may prefer to keep Lookman for their title push, Taiwo suggests the club could benefit financially by sanctioning his sale before he enters the final year of his contract.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe situation is delicate for Lookman and Atalanta, as the club are in a good position to win Serie A,\u201d Taiwo said. \u201cThey will surely not want to part ways with their best player.<\/p>\n

\u201cHowever, if you think in terms of financial benefits, the timing is perfect. He is one of the most high-profile players in Europe, and many clubs would do anything to sign him.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Taiwo\u2019s advice comes as both players remain hot commodities in the transfer market, with clubs across Europe closely monitoring their situations ahead of January.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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