Victor Osimhen is a Nigeria forward who plays for Galatasaray, born in 1998, Lagos, Nigeria. At 26 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Nigeria, drawn into Group D. Nigeria’s star striker and 2023 African Footballer of the Year.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Victor Osimhen
- Born: 1998, Lagos, Nigeria
- Position: Forward
- Club: Galatasaray
- Country: Nigeria (Group D)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $50-70 million USD
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Bio and early career
Victor Osimhen was born in 1998, Lagos, Nigeria. Nigeria’s premier striker. The African Footballer of the Year and a Serie A title-winning No. 9.
Throughout his career, Victor Osimhen has built a reputation as a high-output attacker for both club and country.
Club career
Victor Osimhen currently plays for Galatasaray, where he is a regular starter.
- Serie A Capocannoniere (2023)
- 2023 African Footballer of the Year
- Most expensive African transfer
Nigeria and World Cup 2026 outlook
First World Cup. For the 2026 tournament, Victor Osimhen will line up for Nigeria in Group D alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group D preview page.
Squad-wise, Victor Osimhen’s role is central to Nigeria’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Nigeria team page.
Awards and honours
Serie A title with Napoli (2023, Capocannoniere), 2023 African Footballer of the Year, 2023 AFCON runner-up.
Estimated net worth (2026)
Victor Osimhen’s net worth is estimated $50-70 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Victor Osimhen’s wealth comes from his Galatasaray salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Victor Osimhen keeps his personal life largely private. Public details about his immediate family are not widely available. Victor Osimhen is publicly reported to have 1 child. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Victor Osimhen generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Victor Osimhen at the World Cup 2026?
Victor Osimhen is 26 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1998, Lagos, Nigeria.
What is Victor Osimhen’s estimated net worth?
Victor Osimhen’s net worth is estimated $50-70 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Victor Osimhen play for?
Victor Osimhen currently plays his club football for Galatasaray in the top flight.
Who is Victor Osimhen’s wife or partner?
Victor Osimhen’s personal relationships are kept private and details are not widely shared in the public domain.
Has Victor Osimhen won the World Cup?
First World Cup. Victor Osimhen has yet to win the World Cup with Nigeria.
What’s next?
- Nigeria team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group D preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.