Utaka Advises Osimhen to Join Real Madrid Only If Mourinho Truly Wants Him

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Former Nigerian international John Utaka has urged Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to consider a move to Real Madrid.

Spanish reports link Osimhen with a potential transfer to the Santiago Bernabéu if Portuguese manager José Mourinho returns for another spell at the club, 13 years after leaving.

The Nigerian forward has become one of Europe’s most prolific strikers, netting 59 goals in 74 appearances since his permanent move in 2024.

His performances have helped secure two league titles and a Turkish Cup, and he has also shone on the continental stage.

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During an interview with Brila FM, the former Montpellier star encouraged Osimhen to seize a potentially pivotal moment in his career.

“If I were Osimhen, I would go because if Mourinho has requested him, it means he really wants him. Osimhen wants to win trophies and Real Madrid is a perfect fit,” Utaka said.

“Personally, I will plead with Osimhen to leave Galatasaray and go. Football is about winning trophies and creating history. If the club he’s going to gives him a better chance to win titles and grow financially, then he should take that opportunity.”

“At the end of the day, people remember trophies and the teams that achieved them more than individual awards. That’s why generations still talk about the 1996 Olympics team because success creates history that can never be forgotten.”