Galatasaray midfielder Lucas Torreira has boldly declared that Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen ranks among the three best footballers on the planet right now, placing him ahead of rising stars Lamine Yamal and Vinícius Júnior as well as established forwards Harry Kane and Erling Haaland. The former Arsenal and Atlético Madrid player made the striking assessment in a recent interview with MK News Turkey.
Torreira did not mince words when naming his top trio.“Federico Valverde, Kylian Mbappé, and Victor Osimhen are currently the world’s best footballers,” he stated, positioning Osimhen alongside the Real Madrid midfielder and the French superstar while leaving several high-profile attackers out of the conversation.
Osimhen has delivered a stellar campaign for Galatasaray this season, netting 19 goals and providing seven assists in 29 appearances across all competitions. His contributions have been central to the Turkish club’s push to defend their Süper Lig title and their historic run to the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 – the first time a Turkish side has reached that stage in over a decade.
Torreira’s praise is not the only high-profile endorsement Osimhen has received recently. Former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt also singled out the striker as an ideal target for the Premier League giants. Butt highlighted Osimhen’s physical attributes and versatility, saying,
“I know Osimhen isn’t proven in the Premier League, but you look at his physicality and the way he plays football; he can definitely handle it. He’s powerful, quick, can run in behind, strong, and scores different types of goals. He’s good in the air.”
The comments arrive at a pivotal moment for Osimhen, who continues to draw global attention despite ongoing speculation about his club future. Torreira’s ranking has already sparked lively debate among football fans and analysts, with many questioning whether Osimhen’s current form in Turkey truly places him above some of the game’s most celebrated attackers. Others, however, point to his consistency and all-round contribution as justification for the high praise.
As the season heads into its decisive phase, Osimhen remains focused on returning to the field after his successful surgery in time for his club’s intercontinental derby, to help deliver silverware for Galatasaray. Meanwhile, the football world watches closely to see whether the bold endorsements translate into further recognition on the international stage.