Udinese’s first-choice goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, has offered high praise for his international colleague, Victor Osimhen, characterizing the prolific striker as an extraordinary talent within the Nigerian national setup. The shot-stopper emphasized that beyond the forward’s technical proficiency, his physical presence and overall contribution to the team’s dynamics are invaluable.
These commendations surfaced as the Super Eagles entered the final stages of their training camp ahead of their upcoming exhibition match against Iran this Friday. While the team prepares for the encounter, they will have to navigate the fixture without their star attacker. Osimhen is currently sidelined and focusing on his rehabilitation following a recent arm injury, preventing his participation in the immediate international window.
Despite his current absence from the pitch, the former Lille and Napoli star remains on the cusp of history. Having secured his position as the second-highest goalscorer in the history of the Super Eagles, he is now within striking distance of the summit. With his current tally, the forward requires only three additional goals to equal the iconic 37-goal benchmark established by the legendary Rashidi Yekini.
Reflecting on what makes the striker such a vital asset to the three-time African champions, Okoye highlighted his unique intangibles.
“Osimhen is incredibly strong,” Okoye stated, as quoted by Tuttomercatoweb.
“Quality aside, he brings an energy to the pitch that no one else brings. He’s a special player.”
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