Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian forward for Galatasaray, has found himself at the heart of a storm after being accused of physically assaulting a Turkish journalist. The alleged altercation, reportedly caught on video, has led to widespread debate, with both Osimhen and the journalist involved offering conflicting accounts of the incident. Here are the key points surrounding the controversy:
- The Alleged Incident
The drama reportedly unfolded late on Thursday evening, just after a disappointing UEFA Europa League performance by Galatasaray. Osimhen, wearing a yellow hoodie and beanie, was leaving an entertainment venue with his entourage when photographers approached him. According to Turkish publication Posta, the situation escalated quickly, with Osimhen allegedly losing his temper and striking one of the journalists amid the flash of cameras. - Bribery and Threat Allegations
The journalist at the center of the claims, identified as Bozduman, accused Osimhen of attempting to bribe him to cover up the incident. Bozduman claims that Osimhen offered money in exchange for destroying the footage of the altercation. When the journalist refused, the situation reportedly took a darker turn, with Bozduman alleging that Osimhen threatened to “destroy” him. - Osimhen’s Cryptic Social Media Response
In the wake of the accusations, Osimhen posted a cryptic video on his Instagram story. The video featured Ghanaian comedian Akrobeto Akwasi Boadi laughing sarcastically, without a caption. The ambiguous post sparked a flurry of speculation among fans about Osimhen’s intended message. - Denial from Osimhen
Amidst growing tension, Osimhen addressed the allegations directly after scoring a penalty in Galatasaray’s 1-0 victory over Konyaspor. In an interview with Turkish journalist Enes Cevahirci, Osimhen firmly denied the claims, stating: “I didn’t hit the journalists; they are lying.” He also asserted that he had only asked the photographers to delete his pictures and suggested that if he wanted to hit them, he would have done so. - Possible Legal Action
Osimhen didn’t stop at a simple denial. He accused the journalist of fabricating the entire story to damage his reputation. The forward vowed to take legal action if the false allegations persisted, adding that the journalist would face legal consequences if the lies continued.
As the saga unfolds, fans and media observers continue to watch closely, waiting for further developments in the case. Both sides remain firm in their stance, and the outcome remains uncertain.
