Ex-coach backs Uzun-Osimhen partnership at Gala

Galatasaray's pursuit of attacking midfielder Can Uzun could lead to a potent strike partnership with Victor Osimhen, according to former coach Christian Martin. Galatasaray is actively seeking to bolster its squad for the upcoming season and has identified Uzun, currently with Eintracht Frankfurt, as a key target.

Martin suggests that a move to Galatasaray could significantly aid Uzun's development. He emphasized that Uzun's creative qualities, including his vision and ability to play in the spaces between the opponent's midfield and defense, would perfectly complement Osimhen's dynamic style, pace, physicality, and attacking runs.

"Can has a superior ability to play in the gaps between the opponent’s midfield and defence. A player with his vision and final-pass ability can be highly effective alongside a dynamic and physically strong striker who makes sharp attacking runs, just like Victor Osimhen," Martin told Türkiye Gazetesi.

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Can has a superior ability to play in the gaps between the opponent’s midfield and defence. A player with his vision and final-pass ability can be highly effective alongside a dynamic and physically strong striker who makes sharp attacking runs, just like Victor Osimhen.

He further elaborated that Uzun's skill in drawing defenders and delivering accurate passes would create numerous opportunities for a strong center-forward like Osimhen. "Can’s ability to draw defenders towards him and deliver accurate passes would complement a strong centre-forward extraordinarily well. The two could form a very dangerous partnership, with one creating opportunities for the other to exploit," Martin added.

Galatasaray has reportedly made progress in securing Uzun, though Frankfurt's valuation of around €60 million remains a hurdle. Reports suggest a potential deal structured at €35 million plus €5 million in bonuses. Uzun's arrival would provide Galatasaray with another creative option to support Osimhen, who is expected to remain a central figure in the club's plans.

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Can’s ability to draw defenders towards him and deliver accurate passes would complement a strong centre-forward extraordinarily well. The two could form a very dangerous partnership, with one creating opportunities for the other to exploit.