Super Eagles striker Osimhen added to 21-man Europa League team

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Super Eagles striker Osimhen added to 21-man Europa League team

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 13:48 - 07.02.2025

Turkish giants Galatasaray have updated their Europa League team, with Super Eagles main man Victor Osimhen a notable addition.

Turkish giants Galatasaray have updated their Europa League team squad, with Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen headlining the list of players set to compete in the next phase of the competition.

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The club announced their updated 21-man squad on X on Friday afternoon, confirming Osimhen's inclusion for the Europa League playoffs.

Osimhen, currently on loan from Napoli, has been a key figure for Galatasaray in their run to the playoffs, showing impressive form in the Turkish Super Lig and Europa League.

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On loan from Serie A leaders SSC Napoli, the 26-year-old’s performances have solidified his place in the squad, and his presence is expected to boost Galatasaray's chances in the knockout stages.

Joining Osimhen on the list is new signing Alvaro Morata, who recently arrived from AC Milan and already is off the mark for the Lions with his first goal.

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Other notable players included in Galatasaray's Europa League squad are Osimhen’s best buddy, Dries Mertens, and Carlos Cuesta, another recent addition to the Super Lig leaders this winter transfer window.

Osimhen has scored 5 goals and contributed 1 assist in 6 Europa League games this season for the club for a total of 17 goals and five assists across competitions.

His absence in the first leg of the playoffs due to accumulated yellow cards will be a significant blow for Galatasaray.

He was booked in the 38th minute of their 2-1 defeat to Ajax, resulting in a suspension for the first leg of the play-off. He has 3 yellow cards in the competition.

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