The name of Victor Osimhen circulates everywhere. Chelsea, Liverpool, Saudi Arabia or Galatasaray, where he relaunched himself: the Nigerian striker is at the heart of a summer market which promises to be agitated. While speculation is linked around its future, a respected voice was heard. Jay-Jay Okocha, Nigeria legend, spoke publicly on the situation of his young compatriot. And if his words have aroused membership, they also took a number of observers, as the content of his advice is surprised by his scope.
Okocha did not mention a precise destination. He did not campaign for a return to the Premier League, nor for an extension to Galatasaray. No. His advice is elsewhere, more radical: “He must make his decision himself. According to the former Bolton star, Osimhen must not be influenced, neither by leaders, nor even by his own coach. He must assume the responsibility of his future alone. This advice, both simple and frontal, highlights a recurring problem in modern football: the weight of agents, clubs and external interests.
Osimhen, at the crossroads
At 26, the Nigerian scorer enters the age of maturity. He knows that he will no longer be able to multiply the recovery cycles. His next decision could define his status for the coming years. A departure to a large Europe would relaunch its race for the golden ball, a golden exile would mark a quieter turn. Okocha's advice does not dictate anything to him, but reminds him that the responsibility of this turning point returns to him. And in this football where so many careers are piloted from the outside, this word has weight.
In this Sportsboom interview, Okocha not only mentioned Osimhen. He also encouraged Victor Boniface to fight for his place in Leverkusen, under the orders of Erik Ten Hag. He also praised the work of Vincent Kompany, crowned champion with Bayern for his first season. But it is his advice in Osimhen who captures attention. Because he touches the essentials: the freedom of a player in the choice of his destiny.
