Galatasaray Await Osimhen’s Return, Targeting Fenerbahçe Derby
Galatasaray is cautiously optimistic about the potential return of star striker Victor Osimhen in time for the highly anticipated Fenerbahçe derby in late April. Osimhen, who sustained a fractured forearm during the Champions League match against Liverpool on March 11, 2026, underwent successful surgery on Monday, March 24, 2026, in Nigeria NTV Haber.
Injury Details and Recovery Timeline
The injury occurred during a collision with Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konate Liverpool Echo. Following the match, both Dominik Szoboszlai and Konate reached out to Osimhen via direct message, expressing their regret over the incident Liverpool Echo. Osimhen is expected to be sidelined for approximately 4-6 weeks, but the club’s medical team is exploring options to accelerate his recovery NTV Haber.
Potential for Early Return
According to reports in Sabah newspaper, Galatasaray is considering a specialized arm protector to allow Osimhen to return to the field sooner than initially anticipated, potentially before the Fenerbahçe derby scheduled between April 24-26 NTV Haber. The derby is a crucial fixture in the Turkish Super Lig, and Osimhen’s presence would be a significant boost for Galatasaray, who currently lead the league table.
Matches Osimhen Will Miss
During his recovery, Osimhen will miss several key matches, including upcoming Super Lig games against Trabzonspor, Göztepe, Kocaelispor, and Gençlerbirliği. He will similarly be unavailable for the Turkish Cup match against Gençlerbirliği NTV Haber.
Osimhen’s Performance This Season
Prior to his injury, Osimhen had been in excellent form for Galatasaray, scoring 19 goals and providing 7 assists in 29 appearances across all competitions this season NTV Haber. He previously won Serie A with Napoli and continues to be a key player for the Turkish champions.