Osimhen plans university degree despite football success

Nigerian football star Victor Osimhen, currently playing for Galatasaray, has revealed his intention to pursue a university degree, emphasizing the importance of education beyond a professional sports career. Despite achieving significant success, including winning the Serie A Golden Boot and leading Napoli to a league title, Osimhen acknowledges that football careers are finite.

"Football is not something you will play for so long, probably 20 or 25 years, and then you’re done," Osimhen stated in a recent interview. He views obtaining a degree as a way to prepare for life after his playing days and to inspire younger generations who might have faced educational challenges.

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Football is not something you will play for so long, probably 20 or 25 years, and then you’re done.

Osimhen, who rose from humble beginnings to become one of Europe's top forwards, wants to demonstrate that dropping out of school does not have to be a permanent end to academic pursuits. "For me, it’s to set a standard, to set an example to the younger generation that even though you dropped out due to some kind of challenges, you can always go back to school because the school is always there," he said.

His commitment to education is not new. Osimhen previously urged players at Beyond Limits Football Academy to balance their football ambitions with their studies, even donating ₦10 million to support the academy's development. His journey from winning the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup to becoming a celebrated player in top European leagues and now a Turkish champion highlights his dedication both on and off the field.

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For me, it’s to set a standard, to set an example to the younger generation that even though you dropped out due to some kind of challenges, you can always go back to school because the school is always there.