Nigeria's football sensation, Victor Osimhen, unveils the driving forces behind his game, citing Chelsea legend Didier Drogba as his primary influence. Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The African Footballer of the year has consistently expressed admiration for the Ivorian maestro, attributing his style and approach to Drogba's impactful legacy.
Recalling his upbringing, Osimhen reveals how he was immersed in Drogba's footballing ethos from a young age, shaped by the fervent support of fans and community alike.
”The whole world knows that I am inspired by Didier Drogba.
“When I was young, I discovered his style of football, then the whole community encouraged me to follow him.” Osimhen said as quoted by SSC Napoli France on X.
With echoes of Drogba evident in his hold-up play and physical prowess, Osimhen acknowledges the profound impact of studying the former Chelsea star's movements and integrating them into his own game.
“So I started to take an interest in him, watching a lot of clips of him, learning from his moves and incorporating them into the way I play.
“All of this helped me immensely. I give Drogba a lot of credit for my success; for me, his talent, his courage and his passion made him one of the best strikers in the history of football.”
“For me, it's a kind of journey, a path that I want to follow and make sure that one day I'm remembered for what I also brought to football. When I look back, I've accomplished a lot, looking back at where I started and how I've improved both in terms of playing and as a man. "
By Olujimi Dare Ogun