Former Super Eagles striker John Utaka has advised Victor Osimhen to seriously consider a move to Real Madrid if José Mourinho becomes the club’s manager and requests his signature.
Utaka, who enjoyed a successful career in Europe, believes the opportunity to work under Mourinho at one of the world’s biggest clubs would be too good for Osimhen to turn down.
Speaking on reports linking Mourinho with a move for the Nigerian striker, Utaka said:
“If I were Osimhen, I would go because if Mourinho has requested for him, it means he really wants him. Osimhen wants to win trophies and Real Madrid is a perfect fit.”
The comments come amid growing speculation that Mourinho could be appointed as the next manager of Real Madrid. The Portuguese tactician is known for his history of successfully integrating powerful strikers into his teams, having previously worked with players like Didier Drogba, Romelu Lukaku, and Zlatan Ibrahimović.
Osimhen, currently on loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, has been in impressive form and continues to attract interest from top European clubs. The 27-year-old has repeatedly expressed his ambition to play for one of Europe’s elite clubs and win major trophies.
Utaka’s endorsement carries weight given his own experience playing in Europe, including spells with clubs like Lens, Portsmouth, and Montpellier. The former forward understands both the demands of top-level football and the unique pressures Nigerian players face when moving to giant clubs.
Many fans and analysts believe a move to Real Madrid under Mourinho could provide Osimhen with the platform to cement his legacy as one of Africa’s greatest strikers, especially if he can lead the line in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League.
As speculation continues to swirl around Mourinho’s future and Real Madrid’s striking options, Utaka’s straightforward advice adds another voice to the growing conversation about Osimhen’s next career step.
