Bayern Munich officials were in attendance to closely monitor Victor Osimhen during Galatasaray’s 5-2 Champions League win against Juventus, Soccernet.ng reports.
This is as the German champions continue planning for the future of their attack.
Bayern are understood to be searching for a long-term elite striker despite already having experienced options.
England captain Harry Kane remains one of Europe’s most reliable finishers, recently reaching 500 career goals. However, at 32, the former Tottenham forward cannot provide the same pressing energy Bayern desire for the next phase of their project.
Senegal international Nicolas Jackson, currently on loan in Munich, has struggled to convince and is expected to return to Chelsea at the end of the season. That situation has pushed Bayern’s recruitment team to explore other high-level options ahead of the summer transfer window.
Osimhen has therefore emerged as one of the names under serious consideration.
The Nigerian striker has enjoyed another outstanding season since completing a €75 million permanent move from Napoli. After earlier success at Lille OSC and leading Napoli to a historic Serie A title, he has continued to build his reputation as one of Europe’s most complete forwards.
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Victor Osimhen: Pressing masterclass vs Juventus
Bayern scouts travelled to RAMS Park in Istanbul to watch Osimhen up close during Galatasaray’s dramatic Champions League play-off victory.
Although he did not score, the Super Eagles forward delivered a performance that highlighted why he is so highly rated across Europe. Osimhen assisted two goals and constantly unsettled Juventus’ defence with aggressive pressing and tireless movement.
His pressure forced an early error that led to Gabriel Sara opening the scoring after 15 minutes. Later, with Juventus reduced to ten men and the match finely balanced, another Osimhen press allowed Noa Lang to extend Galatasaray’s lead.
Moments afterwards, continued pressure from the Nigerian striker created the opportunity for Sacha Boey to score the fifth goal; a historic night that saw a Turkish side score five goals in the Champions League against Juventus for the first time.
Bayern were not the only observers impressed. Atletico Madrid and Barcelona are also reported to be monitoring the 2023 African Footballer of the Year.
Galatasaray, though, remain in control of the situation. The Turkish champions are reluctant to sell their star striker unless an exceptional offer arrives. This means Europe’s biggest clubs may soon be competing for one of the continent’s most decisive forwards.
