Victor Osimhen Reveals How Malaria and Typhoid Thwarted His First Belgian Moves
In a clip from the documentary “Victor Osimhen: The Untold Story,” the Super Eagles striker reflects on a difficult phase early in his European career. He shares how two Belgian clubs turned him away after medicals detected malaria and typhoid. Undeterred, Osimhen returned to Germany and continued training. He recalled, “The doctor said I was fine, but because the first club didn’t sign me, the president refused too. I thanked him and moved on.” A loan spell at Charleroi proved a turning point. He scored 12 league goals and made his debut as a substitute in a 3-1 win over Royal Excel Mouscron. This revival set the stage for his rise in Europe. He also revealed how his first salary in Europe helped him make a special purchase.
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