Osimhen cites a Super Eagles star and a Europa League champion as his toughest opponents

The 27‑year‑old striker contributed a brace in the recent Turkish Süper Lig victory over Antalyaspor, securing the title for his team.

Following the match, Osimhen was asked which defenders had posed the greatest challenges throughout his career. He named Fulham’s Calvin Bassey and Tottenham United’s Cristian Romero as his top picks.

A verbal altercation broke out between Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray SK and Irfan Can Egribayat of Fenerbahce SK. Copyright: ImagoxBurakxBasturkx

Bassey and Romero amongst Osimhen’s tough opponents

Although he has never faced Calvin Bassey in an official match, the former Napoli forward noted that the Fulham defender proves difficult to overcome during training sessions.

“I’ll say Calvin Bassey. In training, that guy is very strong,” Victor Osimhen said.

“I think currently, that guy is the best defender in Africa, and of course, one of the best in the English Premier League.”

Nigeria and Fulham defender Calvin Bassey. Copyright: StevexFlynn/ IMAGO

Osimhen met Cristian Romero while the Argentine was still playing for