Osimhen Names Bassey Africa's Best Defender Amid Success

Victor Osimhen, a striker for Galatasaray, has named Calvin Bassey of Fulham as the best defender in Africa, emphasizing Bassey's physical strength and defensive capabilities. In an interview, Osimhen reflected on his experiences facing tough opponents, particularly mentioning Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur as one of the most intelligent defenders he has encountered.

Osimhen recently celebrated winning the Turkish Super Lig title with Galatasaray, where he scored twice in a recent match against Antalyaspor, bringing his season total to 22 goals. This achievement allowed him to equal the record for the most Turkish league titles won by a Nigerian player, previously held by Joseph Yobo.

Bassey, known for his strong defensive skills, has developed a reputation in the Premier League, while Romero, a World Cup winner with Argentina, remains a central figure at Tottenham.