Victor Osimhen Flies Home via Private Jet After Injury

Victor Osimhen, a striker for Galatasaray, arrived in Lagos on September 22, 2026, using a private jet after withdrawing from Nigeria's Super Eagles squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches due to a groin injury sustained against Istanbul Basaksehir. Initially included in coach Eric Chelle's 24-man selection, Osimhen was ruled out prior to the fixtures.

He was seen in the stands during Nigeria's 2-1 victory over Madagascar in Uyo on September 25, 2026. Osimhen traveled home with Junior Olaitan, a Benin international currently with Besiktas.

He typically uses a Cessna Citation Latitude for the Lagos-Istanbul route, which costs between $45,000 and $60,000 per flight. This preference for private travel is due to the convenience it offers, allowing him to avoid long check-in queues and delays associated with commercial flights.

Osimhen's spending on private jets reflects a trend among top footballers who prioritize direct travel to manage tight schedules.