Galatasaray’s manager Okan Buruk says the club plans to appoint Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen as one of its new captains for the 2026/2027 season. The reports say the move follows strong leadership and performance from Osimhen during Galatasaray’s successful defence of the Turkish Super Lig title under Buruk. Osimhen joined the club on a permanent basis last summer and is described across the coverage as a key figure in retaining the league trophy.
Several outlets link the captaincy decision to the departure of Mauro Icardi, whose contract has ended. Icardi’s exit is reported as coming after a four-year spell with Galatasaray at RAMS Park. With Icardi leaving, the club is expected to name new leadership roles, and Osimhen is identified as the leading option.
While the exact captaincy structure is not detailed in every account, all reports frame the announcement as part of Galatasaray’s leadership change ahead of the next season following Icardi’s departure.
