Nigerian striker Victor Olatunji is a powerful and disciplined forward, known for his presence in the box and sharp finishing. He has quietly built a solid career across Europe, and currently leads the line for Sparta Prague in the Czech top flight.
Having played in Cyprus, Austria, Slovakia, and now the Czech Republic, Olatunji has continued to grow, showing good movement, aerial strength, and a keen eye for goal.
Though he is yet to make his debut for the Super Eagles, his form in Europe, especially in the UEFA competitions, has started turning heads.
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In this piece, Footynaija.com brings you everything you need to know about the Nigerian striker.
Biography
Victor Oluyemi Olatunji was born on September 5, 1999, in Sokoto Nigeria. He comes from a football-loving family, with his mother playing an early role in shaping his passion for the game. Like many kids growing up in Nigeria, Victor started out playing football on the streets, showing promise from a very young age.
His formal football journey began when his mother enrolled him in a football academy at just five years old. With time, his talent grew, and he eventually caught the attention of scouts from Europe.
Olatunji’s professional career took off when he moved to Cyprus, where he impressed at Alki Oroklini. That opened the door for moves to Austria and Slovakia, where he continued to grow as a forward.
He joined Slovan Liberec in the Czech Republic in 2022, scoring regularly and earning a transfer to Sparta Prague the following year. Since arriving at Sparta, Victor has established himself as a dangerous striker with good positioning and aerial ability.
Today, he continues to lead the line for Sparta Prague, with ambitions of playing in one of Europe’s top five leagues.
Career Stats
Victor Olatunji has developed his game steadily across clubs in Europe, using his physicality and movement to make an impact up front.
Sparta Prague – 86 appearances (20G, 5A)
Slovan Liberec – 19 appearances (8G, 1A)
AEK Larnaca – 32 appearance (4G, 2A)
Inter Bratislava – 16 appearances (2G, 1A)
Alki Oroklini – 2 appearances (1G, 0A)
Current Stats
Victor Olatunji has made 22 appearances for Sparta Prague this season, scoring 7 goals across all competitions. With the campaign entering its final stretch, the Nigerian striker will be aiming to add a few more goals to his tally and help Sparta push for silverware.
Salary
Victor Olatunji is currently on a contract reportedly worth €2 million at Sparta Prague, running until June 2028. While exact weekly or monthly figures have not been disclosed publicly, the total value gives an idea of the club’s investment in the Nigerian forward since his move from Slovan Liberec.
Net Worth and Market Value
Victor Olatunji’s market value is currently estimated at €3 million. His net worth is estimated to be around $3.9 million.
Parents
Victor Olatunji’s journey into football was shaped by two different perspectives from his parents. His mother, who has a football background, was quick to spot his talent and got him into a football academy when he was just five.
On the other hand, his father did not initially know about Victor’s passion for the game and focused more on his education. It was not until Victor moved to Slovakia that his dad really started backing his football career.
Girlfriend and Kids
Victor Olatunji has kept his personal life, including details about a potential girlfriend, wife, or children, largely private.
His social media accounts, including Instagram, focus primarily on his professional career, with no indication of family life or romantic involvement.
Victor Olatunji Transfer News
There are currently no concrete reports linking Victor Olatunji with a move away from Sparta Prague. Despite some social media and fan forum chatter, no reliable sources have confirmed any transfer talks or interest at this point.
However, he has not hidden his desire to play in one of Europe’s top five leagues. In a past interview, the 25-year-old forward named Manchester City, Real Madrid, and Barcelona as his dream clubs.
FC 25 Ratings
In EA SPORTS FC 25, Victor Olatunji has an overall rating of 72. The tall Nigerian striker, who plays for Sparta Praha, is recognised in the game for his aerial ability and physical strength.
Some of his in-game stats include:
Pace 77
Acceleration 73
Sprint Speed 81
Shooting 67
Positioning 76
Finishing 71
Shot Power 67
Volleys 68
Dribbling 66
Ball Control 70
Reactions 72
Strength 86
Jumping 92
Stamina 63
Heading Accuracy 77
