Osimhen’s teammate scammed out of ₦353 million fortune

Galatasaray forward Michy Batshuayi, a teammate of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, has reported falling victim to a scam that cost him a significant sum of money.

The Belgian footballer revealed he was defrauded of $212,000 (approximately ₦353 million) by an individual who promised to arrange accommodations and a vehicle for him in Turkey.

According to reports, Batshuayi entrusted a consultant identified as H.B. to handle a six-month rent payment and secure a vehicle in Besiktas.

However, neither the housing arrangements nor the vehicle materialised, prompting the footballer to file an official complaint.

Authorities detained H.B., who was later presented in court and released under judicial supervision.

Despite the release, investigations into the case are ongoing, as Batshuayi seeks justice for the financial and personal inconvenience caused by the fraud.

While he has yet to comment publicly on the matter, the ongoing investigation aims to ensure the recovery of the Belgian star’s lost funds.

The former Chelsea and Valencia forward has been a bit-part player for Galatasaray this season, with most of his appearances coming from the bench, but he has still managed five goals and two assists in 17 games in all competitions.