From Malaria Rejections to 12-Minute Breakthrough: Victor Osimhen’s Rise

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Victor Osimhen was once on the brink of losing his football dream. Early injuries and medical rejections nearly derailed his journey in Europe. At Wolfsburg, recurring meniscus and shoulder problems kept him sidelined. He found hope in training alongside German legend Mario Gomez, learning the art of deadly finishing. Two Belgian clubs turned him away after malaria and typhoid ruled him out. With the transfer window closing, Sporting Charleroi’s president offered a lifeline late one night. Osimhen’s career pivot came in a brief 12-minute cameo against Taiwo Awoniyi’s Mouscron side. That short spell launched him from near rejection to global football stardom.

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