Mourinho Criticises Osimhen’s Behaviour Despite Praising His Talent.
Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho has shared his thoughts on Victor Osimhen, who recently signed for Galatasaray on loan from Napoli. While acknowledging the Nigerian striker’s immense talent, Mourinho voiced his concerns over Osimhen’s on-field behaviour, particularly his tendency to dive.
“He is a fantastic player, but I don’t like the way he behaves. He dives too much,” Mourinho commented.
Mourinho, who has managed some of the greatest players in world football, compared Osimhen to African football legends such as Mohamed Salah, Didier Drogba, Samuel Eto’o, and George Weah. He reportedly told Osimhen, “You and Mo Salah are the best African players. In the past, it was Didier Drogba, Samuel Eto’o, and George Weah. You cannot behave like this.”
While Mourinho clearly holds Osimhen in high regard, his remarks underline the importance of maintaining integrity on the pitch. The comments have sparked discussions about the expectations placed on top players regarding their conduct in the game.
Osimhen, now with Galatasaray, remains a pivotal player, and Mourinho’s observations may influence how he approaches his game as he settles into his new club.
