Galatasaray Striker Victor Osimhen Extends Invitation to Manchester City Defender Manuel Akanji
In a move that could bolster their squad, Turkish football giants Galatasaray have set their sights on Manchester City defender Manuel Akanji, with striker Victor Osimhen reportedly extending an invitation to the Swiss defender to join the team. According to respected Galatasaray reporter Yakup Çınar, Osimhen has spoken with Akanji, urging him to consider a move to Galatasaray this summer.
The revelation comes as Galatasaray continues to strengthen their squad ahead of the upcoming season. The Turkish champions have already initiated discussions with Akanji’s agent, seeking to strike a personal agreement with the 30-year-old defender. Akanji, who is of Nigerian origin, has emerged as a prime target for Galatasaray, with the team viewing him as a potential addition to their centre-back lineup.
Çınar, who has been closely monitoring Galatasaray’s interest in Akanji, disclosed that Osimhen had reached out to the defender via phone, extending an invitation to join the team. “Victor Osimhen spoke to Manchester City’s Swiss defender Manuel Akanji on the phone and invited him to come to Galatasaray,” Çınar said, as quoted by habersarikirmizi.
Galatasaray’s pursuit of Akanji underscores the team’s commitment to reinforcing their squad during the summer transfer window. With Akanji’s skills and experience, the team hopes to bolster their defensive line and enhance their chances of success in the upcoming season.
While Akanji’s future remains uncertain, Galatasaray’s interest in the defender highlights the team’s ambition to attract top talent to the Turkish league. As the transfer window continues to unfold, fans will be watching with interest to see if Akanji ultimately makes the move to Galatasaray.
