Former Galatasaray forward Burak Yılmaz has claimed that Victor Osimhen is above the level of the Turkish League.
Osimhen has been in spectacular form since making a transfer move to Galatasaray on loan from Napoli.
The Super Eagles forward got off to a fast start and has now scored six goals and contributed three assists in the Turkish Premier League.
His performance has caught the eye of top teams in Europe; however, he has made it clear that he will remain at Galatasaray till the end of the season.
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Yılmaz speaks on Osimhen
Osimhen's physicality has been a contributing element to Galatasaray's explosive start, as it has proven challenging for defenders in the Turkish first division.
According to Yılmaz, who spoke to TRT Spor via haber zari kirmizi, “If we ask any Galatasaray fan, you will see that the Europa League does not make them happy. Galatasaray is a Champions League team, this is what distinguishes Galatasaray.
"Victor Osimhen is a very high-level football player with his athletic structure and physical genetics. He is a European centre forward and one of the top 5-6 centre forwards in the world.
"There are many top-level teams following Osimhen closely. Victor Osimhen is currently a player above the Turkish League in terms of physical appearance, he should not be harmed."
Osimhen will be looking to extend his goal tally when Galatasaray face Sivasspor in the Turkish Super Lig.