Prominent Turkish football commentator Levent Tuzemen has strongly advised Galatasaray to prioritize signing a top-tier center-forward during the upcoming January transfer window to share the workload with Nigerian star Victor Osimhen. The appeal follows the striker's recent absence from domestic fixtures due to physical setbacks.
Osimhen, who plays as a marquee forward for the Istanbul-based club, recently sat out an encounter against Amed SK in the Turkish Super Lig as a result of an injury concern. Medical staff subsequently guided the Nigerian international through a successful knee surgical procedure, with club officials anticipating his return to competitive action immediately after the international recess.
Speaking during an analytical segment on the Libero TV broadcast platform, Tuzemen outlined several areas requiring tactical reinforcement for the reigning Turkish champions. Alongside acquiring a capable replacement for their frontline, the pundit emphasized the necessity of strengthening defensive and midfield departments.
"Galatasaray needs a good striker, a good right-back, a good left-sided center-back, and a good midfielder. A good striker needs to be brought in to replace Osimhen," Tuzemen stated during the program.
Why is a new forward necessary?
Tuzemen clarified that the club should not merely look for a standard substitute, but rather a profile capable of matching the tactical impact and physical intensity of the former Napoli marksman. According to the analyst, securing an attacking partner of a similar caliber would allow the coaching staff to manage the Nigerian player's minutes effectively across multiple competitions.
"Not a backup, but a striker of the same type, like Osimhen, to play alongside him. You can rest Osimhen in some matches. It's important not to have to use Osimhen in every game," Tuzemen added, highlighting the risks of fatigue during a demanding domestic and European campaign.