Victor Osimhen Galatasaray Goal Record: Can Nigerian Star Overtake Milan Baros?

Galatasaray's record signing, Victor Osimhen, is generating more than just headlines; the Nigerian powerhouse is rapidly rewriting the club's history books and is now heavily tipped by Turkish pundits to surpass the impressive goal-scoring benchmark set by former striker Milan Baros.

The excitement reached fever pitch following Osimhen's latest commanding performance, where his crucial goals helped secure a key victory in the Turkish Super Lig. With his current tally soaring, attention has turned to the legendary figures in Galatasaray's past, specifically Czech Republic icon Milan Baros.

Milan Baros, a fan favorite during his time at the Istanbul giants, registered a formidable 61 goals across all competitions for Galatasaray. This total has stood as a significant benchmark for modern strikers at the club.

However, Victor Osimhen's blistering form since his high-profile transfer from Napoli has put this record firmly in his sights. The 26-year-old Nigerian international has already netted an incredible 43 goals for the Cimbom (The Lions) and recently hit his 50th goal contribution (goals + assists), underscoring his immense value to the team.

Turkish football analyst Mehmet Demirkol is among those who have publicly backed Osimhen to achieve the historic feat. Speaking on a popular platform, Demirkol praised the striker’s development, stating that Osimhen "truly reaches a new level every match," suggesting that his sustained evolution and clinical finishing make him a near-certainty to overtake Baros.

Osimhen's impact has extended beyond domestic glory. He has been instrumental in Galatasaray's recent European success, notably setting a new club record for goals scored in consecutive European matches, a testament to his elite level of performance on the continental stage.

Osimhen’s stunning goal-per-game ratio and overall contributions have already justified his reported €75 million transfer fee. His presence is not only delivering points and prize money with the club reportedly recouping a staggering €31 million already through commercial impact and Champions League earnings, but is also inspiring a new era of dominance for the Yellow-Reds.

With just 19 goals separating him from Milan Baros's 61, and the season far from over, all signs point to Victor Osimhen etching his name at the very top of Galatasaray's all-time scorers list. The potential breaking of this iconic record will solidify the Nigerian star's legendary status at Rams Park.