Galatasaray midfielder Aleksey Batrakov has praised Victor Osimhen’s competitive mentality, describing the Nigerian striker as a perfectionist who will do everything possible to win.
Batrakov said he recognised Osimhen’s determination during his first training session with the team, when the players participated in a mini-tournament.
“Osimhen is a perfectionist. Top-notch in every sense. It was my first training session, we held a mini tournament among ourselves, and that’s where I understood what kind of perfectionist he is, how he always wants to win,” Batrakov said, as quoted by Forza Cimbom.
The Russian midfielder also recalled an incident during a penalty shootout after a match ended 2-2, when Osimhen encouraged him to take the decisive kick.
“He will do anything to win. The match ended 2-2 and went to penalties. Osimhen gave me the final penalty, he said, ‘you take it.’ I scored, and he came running to me from the other end of the field to join in my celebration. It was an incredible gesture,” he added.
Batrakov’s comments highlight Osimhen’s competitive drive and willingness to celebrate his teammates’ contributions, qualities that have helped strengthen his reputation among those around him at Galatasaray.
Osimhen and his teammates will now turn their attention to the Turkish Super Lig showdown against Fenerbahçe on Monday, where they will aim to secure a victory in one of Turkish football’s biggest fixtures.
