Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has hailed Victor Osimhen's unselfish approach to the game, despite the Nigerian striker yet to score his first goal for the Turkish Super Lig champions, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
Osimhen, 25, has made a significant impact in his three appearances for Galatasaray, registering three assists and playing a crucial role in the team's impressive outings.
"Victor Osimhen's game is very important," Buruk told PlaySpor. "Not everything is about scoring goals. You score goals but you lose the game."
Buruk praised Osimhen's willingness to prioritize team success over personal glory.
"When he sees the net, he passes the ball to the closest player. If he focused only on scoring goals, it could be different."
The Galatasaray boss also commended Osimhen's work rate and adaptability.
"He fights a lot during the game. He suits us very well as a player and a person. It is very valuable to have him with us."
Osimhen's contribution has been instrumental in Galatasaray's strong start to the season.
As the Nigerian international continues to gel with his new teammates, Buruk will be hopeful that Osimhen's goal-scoring drought will soon end.
For now, Osimhen's selflessness has earned him plaudits from his manager and cemented his place as a key player in Galatasaray's title ambitions.
Olujimi Dare