Ajax head coach, John Heitinga, has praised Galatasaray’s Nigerian striker, Victor Osimhen, describing him as one of the best forwards in Europe and the key player Ajax must watch closely when both sides meet in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday.
Speaking ahead of the Group Stage clash in Amsterdam, Heitinga said, “I can compare Osimhen to Didier Drogba and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
He is both very strong and fast. His physique is also very good. We need to pay attention to him. In my opinion, Osimhen is currently Galatasaray’s best player.
According to Harbeler on Tuesday, Heitinga expressed optimism that Ajax could turn around their recent poor form and climb higher in the standings.
“We want to see ourselves higher in the standings. I believe we will play well against Galatasaray. I hope we can score. I will feel good when we earn points.
“It’s good that we will play at home. Our fans will motivate us. Considering their previous matches, Galatasaray may look better than us. Still, I believe we have a chance,” he said.
The Ajax boss noted that his team had studied their opponents carefully.
“I have watched many of Galatasaray’s matches. Galatasaray defeated Liverpool at home. There is a difference between playing away and playing at home. Still, I can say that Galatasaray is a very strong team.
“Galatasaray has very fast players. We must not give this team too much space. We must not lose the ball. Galatasaray generally plays better in the first half. Tomorrow will be a very good fight,” he explained.
