Ahead of a decisive UEFA Champions League Matchday 4 showdown, Ajax Amsterdam head coach John Heitinga has declared that his side is fully prepared to contain Victor Osimhen, who has been in blistering form for Galatasaray, reports Nigeriasoccernet.com.
The Dutch giants are set to host the Turkish Super Lig champions on Wednesday in Amsterdam in what is seen as a must-win encounter to revive their qualification hopes.
Speaking ahead of the fixture, Heitinga, a former Netherlands international and Ajax legend, praised Osimhen’s all-round ability but insisted his team has crafted a tactical approach to minimize the Nigerian’s threat.
“Victor Osimhen is a fantastic striker, smart, strong, and fast. You have to approach him wisely,” Heitinga told reporters.
“He’s a very complete player, but we’ll do everything in our power to neutralize him.”
Osimhen, who has scored three goals in his last two Champions League appearances, has been pivotal in Galatasaray’s campaign, combining power and precision to torment defences across Europe.
With Ajax desperate for points and Galatasaray seeking to extend their fine run, all eyes will be on the Nigerian forward as Heitinga’s men attempt to stop one of Europe’s most lethal attackers.