Osimhen Addresses Injury Concerns After Basaksehir Match

Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian forward for Galatasaray, addressed concerns regarding his fitness after sustaining an injury during the team's 3-2 victory against Istanbul Basaksehir on Friday. Osimhen scored the first goal in the 16th minute but was substituted just 17 minutes later, raising alarms among fans and media.

After the match, he was seen leaving the stadium unaided, which provided some reassurance about the severity of his injury. When questioned by journalists, Osimhen stated, “I don't know,” regarding the injury's extent.

Galatasaray's head coach, Okan Buruk, confirmed that a full assessment would be conducted, and an official statement would follow once MRI scan results are available. The timing of the injury is critical, as Galatasaray is scheduled to face Sporting CP in five days.

Turkish media have speculated that Osimhen might miss this fixture, but there is cautious optimism for his return in the subsequent league match, depending on the scan results. Dr. Gurkan Kubilay indicated that the best-case recovery timeline could be 1-2 weeks, while a worst-case scenario might involve a ligament tear requiring 3-4 months.