Former Fenerbahçe striker Serdar Dursun has raised doubts over whether Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen possesses the specific profile and refined technical skills required to thrive at Spanish giants Barcelona.
Despite his critique, Dursun commended the Nigerian’s undeniable talent, which was on full display following another exceptional season with Turkish champions Galatasaray. Osimhen played an indispensable role in helping the club successfully defend their Süper Lig title, concluding the campaign with a remarkable 22 goals and eight assists across all competitions. This stellar run of form has once again cemented the 27-year-old’s status as one of Europe’s most coveted elite marksmen, drawing heavy interest from continental heavyweights like Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, and Manchester United.
“I don’t think Osimhen can play for Barcelona. Osimhen is a talented player, but he doesn’t have a clean technique.”Serdar Dursun
Tactical fit questioned as Barcelona eyes alternative targets
Appearing on the Cup Diary program on Spor Smart, Dursun argued that while Osimhen’s athleticism, physical dominance, and lethal positioning are world-class, his raw, high-intensity playing style might clash with the intricate, possession-heavy DNA traditionally demanded at Camp Nou. According to the former Turkish international, a lack of “clean technique” in tight spaces could severely hinder the striker’s integration into the Catalan side’s tactical system.
These skepticism-fueled comments surface alongside growing reports that Barcelona’s sporting department is leaning toward signing Atletico Madrid’s Argentine forward Julián Álvarez instead, viewing his versatile link-up play as a more seamless tactical fit. As pre-season preparations for the 2026/27 campaign draw near, the former Napoli talisman is expected to make a definitive decision regarding his future while intense transfer market speculation continues to swirl.
