The injury occurred during a first-half collision with Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté, and although Osimhen initially attempted to play through the pain with a strapped arm, he was eventually substituted at the interval. Following his surgery at the Maslak Acıbadem Hospital, the 27-year-old has been discharged and is currently in the early stages of a recovery timeline estimated at five to six weeks. Despite the physical toll of the injury, the reigning African Footballer of the Year remains remarkably optimistic about his ability to influence the final stages of Galatasaray’s title defense.
Providing an optimistic update on the striker’s availability for the season’s most anticipated fixture, Küçük stated via Habersarikirmizi:
“Victor Osimhen will be on the field for the Fenerbahçe derby unless something negative happens. He himself has stated this clearly. Osimhen told Dursun Özbek, ‘Don’t worry, President. I will be on the field, and we will be champions.’”
The “Intercontinental Derby” against arch-rivals Fenerbahçe is scheduled for April 26 at Rams Park and is already being billed as a potential championship decider. Galatasaray currently holds a four-point lead at the summit of the Süper Lig, and having their leading marksman back for such a critical encounter would provide a massive psychological advantage. Osimhen’s record this season has been exemplary, with 19 goals and seven assists across 29 appearances, making his presence a non-negotiable factor in the club’s pursuit of their 26th domestic title.
While the medical staff will be monitoring his progress closely to avoid any premature re-entry that could risk long-term damage, the player’s personal determination appears to be the driving force behind the accelerated target. If the recovery stays on track, the April 26 clash will mark a dramatic comeback for a player who has become the heartbeat of the Sarı-Kırmızılılar offense. For the Galatasaray faithful, the prospect of their star man leading the line against Fenerbahçe serves as a beacon of hope as the team navigates a challenging month without their primary goal threat.
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