Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has shared insights into his journey to success, stating that he believes he would have still achieved financial success even if his football career had not worked out.
Speaking during a livestream with Carter Efe on Friday night, the Galatasaray forward credited his determination and work ethic for shaping his path in life.
“The way I hustled hard back in the trenches, even if I didn’t make it in football, I would still have made money like crazy. I was very determined, hard working and passionate. I did a lot of menial jobs and never turned down any legit opportunity of making money,” he explained.
Osimhen also recounted the challenges he faced early in his career, revealing that he was rejected by two clubs in Belgium before eventually getting his breakthrough.
“I was rejected twice in Belgium, two clubs. With just three days left in the transfer window, another club, Charleroi made everything happen. That was the turning point,” he said, referring to his move to Royal Charleroi SC from VfL Wolfsburgin 2018.
When asked to compare his wealth with top Afrobeats stars, Osimhen declined to comment but spoke highly of their global impact.
“I have met Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido, on several occasions. They are giving our country positive image around the globe. It is a thing of pride to hear Nigerian songs in foreign clubs.
“Nigeria is so blessed with a lot of talented artists. A lot of Nigerians don’t know how valuable our artists are because they haven’t travelled overseas, but those of us who are there know that they are doing a good job for the country,” he added, referring to Burna Boy, Wizkid and Davido.
