The “Champions League” landscape is shifting, and the world’s most dangerous striker might be about to shift with it. In a “Nuclear” interview that has ignited a firestorm across Lagos and Liverpool today, Friday, February 27, 2026, Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen has dropped a series of “Bombshell” hints about his future following a chaotic European night in Turin.
Fresh off eliminating Juventus in a “Nerve-Shredding” play-off, Osimhen spoke to CBS Sports Golazo about the upcoming Round of 16 draw—where his Turkish giants are guaranteed to face a Premier League titan. While he admitted he’d “rather escape” a rematch with Liverpool right now, his reasoning has revealed a “hidden desire” to eventually wear the famous Red shirt.
“I Want to be at a Club Capable of Winning”—The Osimhen Admission
Osimhen, who has already put Liverpool to the sword this season with a winning goal at Rams Park, reportedly told associates that his ultimate goal is to cement his legacy as Nigeria’s greatest ever by lifting the Big Ears. With Arne Slot’s Liverpool being labeled a “Champions League Powerhouse,” the 27-year-old’s respect for the club has reached a “High-Voltage” peak.
“Liverpool are a Champions League powerhouse, and honestly, I’d rather avoid facing them [in the draw]. But if we do—and they eliminate us—maybe that’s the sign I need. Next season, I’m switching my allegiance. I want to be at a club capable of winning the Champions League, and Liverpool clearly have that potential. I need that trophy next to my name—it’s what will cement me as one of Nigeria’s greatest ever.”
THE “TRANSFER” TIGHTROPE:‼️ A £131M Clause and a Serie A Ban?
While the Nigerian star is “ready to join,” the path to Anfield is fraught with “Nuclear” complications. Following his permanent £65.6M (€75M) move to Galatasaray last summer, Osimhen’s value has reportedly “doubled” to a staggering £131M.
• The “Anti-Italy” Clause: Reports from Nigeria today reveal a “Shocking” detail in his contract: Osimhen is reportedly banned from returning to Serie A for two years without Napoli’s permission, effectively killing any move to Juventus.
• The “Premier League” Path: This leaves the Premier League as his only “Realistic Escape Route.” With Chelsea having signed Liam Delap and Joao Pedro, Liverpool are now the frontrunners for his signature.
• The “Adeyemi” Overlap: Liverpool are already reportedly closing in on Karim Adeyemi. Could the Reds be planning a “Scary” strike force of Osimhen, Adeyemi, and Darwin Núñez for the 2026/27 campaign?
CARRICK VS. SLOT:‼️ The Battle for Nigeria’s No. 9
While Osimhen has “targeted” Liverpool, Manchester United interim boss Michael Carrick is reportedly a “Huge Admirer” of the striker. United’s current “Renaissance” has seen them climb to 4th place, and some board members believe Osimhen is the “Missing Piece” to end Arsenal and City’s dominance.
1. The “Anfield” Dream: Osimhen admitted he is desperate to play at Anfield: “We haven’t played at Anfield yet. If we meet them, it’s going to be an amazing game.”
2. The “Goal” Machine: With 15 goals in 23 games this season, Osimhen is currently the most clinical striker in Europe outside of Erling Haaland.
3. The “Salah” Factor: If Mohamed Salah departs this summer, United and Liverpool will likely enter a “Bidding War” that could break the British transfer record.
FANS REACT:‼️ #OsimhenToAnfield
The hashtag #Osimhen2026 is trending alongside #SuperEaglesKing. Liverpool fans are calling on the board to “pay whatever it takes,” while Galatasaray supporters are “heartbroken” at the prospect of losing their hero just months after making his move permanent.
Will Victor Osimhen fulfill his “Champions League Destiny” at Anfield, or is this just “mind games” ahead of the most anticipated Round of 16 draw in years?