Victor Osimhen is expected to be unavailable for Galatasaray’s next three matches as he continues his recovery from a knee injury sustained during the club’s UEFA Champions League encounter against Stuttgart.
Turkish sports journalist Ali Naci Küçük disclosed that the Nigerian striker is likely to miss Galatasaray’s upcoming fixtures against Samsunspor, Aston Villa and Beşiktaş. The 27-year-old has already undergone a successful operation and is currently receiving treatment as he works towards returning to full fitness.
Osimhen’s injury also means he will be absent from Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Tanzania scheduled for this month. His absence is a setback for both Galatasaray and the Super Eagles, who will have to manage important fixtures without the forward.
Speaking during an appearance on the 343 Digital YouTube channel, Küçük explained that Osimhen would remain in Istanbul for some time to continue his rehabilitation. He also revealed that a detached fragment in the striker’s knee could complicate the recovery process and potentially extend his time away from action.
“Osimhen underwent a successful operation. He will stay in Istanbul for a while to continue his treatment. A fragment has fallen out of his knee. Due to this fragment, his return may be delayed,” the journalist said.
Küçük added that a clearer assessment of the player’s condition should be available within 10 days. However, based on the current situation, he believes Osimhen could require as much as five weeks before he is ready to return to the pitch.
“His condition will be clearer in 10 days. Due to that detached fragment, it seems that Osimhen’s return to the field will take up to five weeks. Osimhen is not expected to play in the Samsunspor, Aston Villa, and Beşiktaş matches,” he stated.
Galatasaray will, therefore, have to make plans for the three fixtures without one of their key attacking options. Osimhen’s eventual return will depend on his progress during treatment and the medical assessment of his recovery.
Galaxy Sports Production
Should we send you latest update about your favourite sports and team?
Enter you email in the box below and hit the subscribe button to join our teaming 876+ sports community.
