Lahoud names Osimhen among Europe’s top three strikers, backs Galatasaray for UCL top eight

Former Sierra Leone international Michael Lahoud has placed Victor Osimhen alongside Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe as one of the current best three strikers in Europe. Lahoud made the comment while discussing Galatasaray’s Champions League prospects on CBS Sports Golazo Network, saying the Istanbul club has arguably the best striker in Europe right now with Osimhen in the lineup.

He added that the presence of new teammate Rafael Leao gives Galatasaray a real X‑factor and predicted the team will finish the Champions League league phase in the top eight this season. For Nigerian fans, the praise highlights Osimhen’s growing stature in world football and could boost confidence in the Super Eagles’ attacking options.

Lahoud’s assessment is based on statistical trends, noting that “the numbers don’t lie” when it comes to Champions League performance. Supporters may want to watch Galatasaray’s upcoming UCL matches to see if Osimhen and Leao deliver on the promise, and consider how such recognition could affect the player’s market value and endorsement opportunities.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/03/osimhen-named-among-current-best-three-strikers-in-europe/