Victor Osimhen underwent successful surgery on his fractured hand. The Super Eagles striker reassures Galatasaray fans he will return to action soon
Victor Osimhen has undergone successful surgery for the hand injury he sustained against Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 on March 18, 2026.
The Super Eagles striker left the match at halftime after colliding with Ibrahima Konate, suffering a fractured arm.
He spent the holiday in Lagos before returning to Turkey, where Galatasaray’s doctor, Yener Ince, performed the surgery successfully.
Dr Ince confirmed that Osimhen will start rehabilitation immediately to ensure a swift return to the pitch.
Turkish football commentator Ali Naci Kucuk revealed Osimhen’s first words after the procedure: “We will be champions, my president. Don’t worry, chairman, I will be on the field soon.”
Galatasaray president Dursun Ozbek said the striker is healthy and expected to return as soon as possible.
Osimhen is likely to miss matches against Trabzonspor, Goztepe, Kocaelispor, and Genclerbirligi while recovering. He will also miss Nigeria’s March international friendlies against Iran and Jordan.
If rehabilitation goes according to plan, the 26-year-old forward could return for the Istanbul derby against Fenerbahce on April 26, 2026.
Galatasaray currently leads the league by four points and a game in hand, giving them a chance to maintain their advantage until their star striker returns.
