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Victor Osimhen has shown that one disappointing international campaign cannot erase years of top performances, Footynaija reports.
Even though Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Super Eagles striker has held on to his €75 million market value, keeping him among the world’s 55 most valuable footballers.
The Galatasaray star has been one of Europe’s most reliable goalscorers since moving to Turkey. He has scored 59 goals and provided 16 assists in 74 matches, helping the Istanbul club win major domestic honours and becoming one of their biggest stars.
Nigeria’s World Cup dream ended in painful fashion after a playoff defeat to DR Congo. Osimhen suffered an injury in the first half of the decisive match and could only watch as the Super Eagles crashed out after a penalty shootout.
Despite missing football’s biggest tournament, Transfermarkt decided not to reduce his value in its latest global update. That makes Osimhen the only player from the Turkish Super Lig on the prestigious list, showing the respect he continues to command across world football.
Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal now tops the rankings after his value rose to €220 million. Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé, Michael Olise and Jude Bellingham complete the top five.
