Here is the latest update on the injury sustained by Victor Osimhen in Galatasaray’s Super Lig fixture against Başakşehir FK played yesterday.
Galatasaray have provided an update on the injury suffered by Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen during their Trendyol Super Lig Matchday 4 clash against Başakşehir FK.
Osimhen experienced pain and discomfort in his right adductor (groin) muscle during the encounter, prompting concerns over his fitness.
The Turkish champions confirmed that treatment has already begun, with the Super Eagles forward scheduled to undergo further medical examinations, including an MRI scan, to determine the extent of the injury.
“Further examinations, including MRI scans, for our players Victor Osimhen and Mario Lemina—who experienced strain and pain in their right adductor (groin) muscle groups during yesterday’s Trendyol Super Lig Matchday 4 fixture against Başakşehir FK and whose treatments have already begun—will be completed tomorrow,” the club said.
The results of the examinations are expected to provide a clearer picture of the severity of Osimhen’s injury and potentially establish a timeframe for his return to action.
Galatasaray also provided updates on Mario Lemina and Wilfried Singo, with the latter diagnosed with tendon and muscle damage in the biceps femoris of his right thigh after sustaining a blow to the back of his right knee during training.
When will Osimhen return for Galatasaray?
A return date for Victor Osimhen has not been confirmed yet, but the statement released by the club suggests that the Super Eagles of Nigeria forward is under close observation by the club with an update expected to be provided later after the completion of the medical examination mentioned by the club.