Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk has sparked conversation by naming Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as the best forward in Europe right now, Soccernet.ng reports.
In an interview shared by Assist Analiz , Buruk has named the Super Eagles talisman ahead of Manchester City's Erling Haaland following his recent performance for his club and country.
Currently the Norwegian have notched 15 goals in his 16 appearances for Man City, while on the contrary, the former LOSC Lille have scored eight goals in his nine appearances.
Buruk acknowledged Haaland's immense talent but stated that Osimhen's recent performances have set him apart from the former Borussia Dortmund striker.
The 25-year-old Osimhen, who has been in superb form for Galatasaray, has impressed with his clinical finishing in the Turkish Super Lig.