Turkey: Galatasaray issue medical update on injured Osimhen

Galatasaray have confirmed that Victor Osimhen suffered a groin injury during their Turkish Super Lig clash against Istanbul Başakşehir on Friday.

The Nigeria international was forced off in the 33rd minute after experiencing discomfort in the groin area. Barış Alper Yılmaz came on as his replacement.

Before leaving the pitch, Osimhen had already made his impact felt by scoring Galatasaray’s opening goal in their 3-2 victory over Başakşehir.

The club has now provided an official update on the striker’s condition following medical examinations.

“Advanced examinations, including MRI, for our players Victor Osimhen and Mario Lemina, in whom strain and pain were detected in the right adductor (groin) muscle group during yesterday’s Başakşehir FK match,” the statement said.

Osimhen has already started treatment for the injury as Galatasaray’s medical team continues to monitor his condition.

The injury is now a major concern for the Turkish champions, particularly with an important UEFA Champions League fixture approaching.

Galatasaray are scheduled to face Sporting Lisbon next Tuesday, but Osimhen is now considered a major doubt for the Champions League encounter.

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The club is expected to provide further updates on his condition as he continues his recovery and treatment.