Super Eagles and Galatasaray forward Victor Osimhen has seen a dip in his market value, yet he continues to hold his place as Nigeria’s most valuable player and one of Africa’s biggest football exports.
According to data from football statistics platform Transfermarkt, Osimhen’s current value stands at €75 million, down from his career-high valuation of €120 million — a peak he reached during his prolific spell with Napoli in Italy.
The chart detailing the 26-year-old’s career progression captures his remarkable journey from relative obscurity in Germany to superstardom in European football. Osimhen began his European adventure at Wolfsburg, where his value barely exceeded €1 million. Limited opportunities in the Bundesliga prompted a move to Charleroi in Belgium, where consistent performances doubled his worth and revived his career.
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His switch to Lille in France proved to be a turning point. Within just one season, his explosive displays in Ligue 1 and the Europa League pushed his market value close to €50 million, drawing attention from top European clubs.
Osimhen’s move to Napoli in 2020 sparked a meteoric rise. Over three seasons, he became one of Europe’s most lethal strikers, helping Napoli secure their first Serie A title in over 30 years. His form saw his valuation soar beyond €100 million — the highest ever recorded for a Nigerian footballer.
Although 2024 brought challenges — including injuries, limited minutes, and transfer speculation — his move to Galatasaray has seen his value stabilize at €75 million.
Despite the decline, Osimhen remains Africa’s second-most valuable player, behind only Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, and ahead of stars like Mohamed Salah. His story continues to inspire a generation of Nigerian footballers chasing European glory.
