Istanbulspor responded to rumors that Galatasaray star striker Victor Osimhen intends to buy the club. Ecmel Faik Sarıalioğlu, the president of Istanbulspor, made a statement following the news. He expressed that they have not received any official offers or initiatives. It is noted that these claims originated from reports in the African press. Osimhen is said to aim to establish a football-based bridge between Turkey and Nigeria. In an interview with HT Spor, Ecmel Faik Sarıalioğlu stated, "We have seen news about Osimhen buying Istanbulspor. But as the club president, we have received nothing." The plan aims to develop young Nigerian footballers in their home country and then introduce them to European football through Istanbulspor. This model is claimed to potentially create a new system for player development and international transfers.