Galatasaray talisman Victor Osimhen has expressed his approval of the club’s latest tactical reinforcements, hailing the arrivals of Noa Lang and Yáser Asprilla during the January transfer window. The Nigerian superstar shared his assessment of the new signings with Now Spor on Wednesday night, shortly after Galatasaray concluded their Champions League league phase with a 2-0 defeat against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. Despite the loss, Osimhen remains optimistic about the squad’s trajectory, noting that the added depth will be crucial as the Turkish champions navigate a grueling domestic and European schedule.
The two high-profile acquisitions join the Istanbul giants on temporary terms to provide immediate quality in the final third. Dutch international Noa Lang arrives on loan from Serie A side Napoli, while Colombian prospect Yáser Asprilla completes a loan move from Spanish outfit Girona. Both players bring significant flair and creative versatility to Okan Buruk’s squad, addressing a key area of need as the team enters the business end of the season. Osimhen, who has already forged a strong presence in the Turkish Süper Lig, believes the newcomers possess the necessary pedigree to elevate the team’s overall performance levels.
Galatasaray’s management worked swiftly to finalize these deals to ensure the players could integrate before the registration deadlines for the upcoming knockout rounds. While the duo was ineligible to feature in the final group game in Manchester, they are expected to make their debuts in the league this weekend. As the club targets both a successful title defense and a deep run in the UEFA Champions League playoffs, the presence of Lang and Asprilla provides Buruk with tactical flexibility and enhanced goal-scoring options alongside Osimhen and Mauro Icardi.
Reflecting on the club’s recruitment strategy, Victor Osimhen remarked: “We have signed two great players, Lang and Asprilla. I think they will both contribute to the team.”
About the Author
