Galatasaray fans and the Nigerian football community have received a massive boost as Victor Osimhen has officially returned to training following a successful surgery on his fractured right forearm. The star striker sustained the injury during Galatasaray’s UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool at Anfield on March 18, 2026, after a heavy collision with defender Ibrahima Konaté.
While the injury initially sparked fears of a lengthy layoff, Osimhen underwent successful surgery at Maslak Acıbadem Hospital in Istanbul on Monday, March 23. His rapid return to light training suggests he is on track with the ambitious recovery timeline he shared during a recent social media livestream, where he predicted a maximum of five to six weeks before returning to full competitive action.
The timing is critical for the Turkish Süper Lig leaders, as the highly anticipated Intercontinental Derby against fierce rivals Fenerbahçe is scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026. While Osimhen is expected to miss upcoming fixtures against Trabzonspor and Kocaelispor, as well as a Turkish Cup quarter-final, club officials are reportedly “90% optimistic” that he will be fit to lead the line for the potential title-deciding derby at Rams Park. His presence will be a major factor as Galatasaray pushes for their 26th league title.
