Paul Onuachu has scored 22 goals in the Turkish Super Lig this season, putting him within three goals of matching the record for the most goals by a foreign player in a single season for Trabzonspor. The Super Eagles striker, on loan from Southampton, is now closing in on the 25-goal mark, which would see him surpass Alexander Sorloth's tally and equal Shota Arveladze's record. With six matches remaining in the league campaign, Onuachu is on track to potentially claim the Golden Boot in Turkey. His current form marks a significant improvement from his first season with the club, where he scored 15 goals. Trabzonspor coach Fatih Tekke has expressed full confidence in Onuachu's ability to finish as the league's top scorer, a feat the striker previously achieved during his time with Genk in Belgium.
Onuachu's 22-goal haul this season shows he has adapted quickly to the demands of Turkish football, and his pursuit of 25 goals puts him on par with some of Trabzonspor's most legendary foreign forwards. Coach Fatih Tekke's belief that Onuachu can become Turkey's top scorer isn't just optimism—it's backed by consistent performance. If he maintains this pace, matching Arveladze's record would mark a career high for the Nigerian, surpassing even his award-winning season in Belgium. This isn't just a personal milestone—it redefines what's possible for African strikers in the Turkish league.
