Osimhen Set to Miss Three Galatasaray Matches During Knee Recovery

According to a report from Daily Post Nigeria, on Monday November 09, 2026, Victor Osimhen is expected to miss several important matches for Galatasaray as he recovers from a knee injury that required surgery. Turkish sports journalist Ali Naci Küçük reported that the Nigerian striker could be sidelined for up to five weeks.

Osimhen sustained the injury during Galatasaray’s UEFA Champions League match against Stuttgart. He has since undergone what Küçük described as a successful operation and is staying in Istanbul to continue his treatment and rehabilitation.

The journalist said a fragment had become detached in Osimhen’s knee, potentially extending the time needed for his recovery. His condition is expected to become clearer in around 10 days, as medical staff monitor his progress.

According to Küçük, the forward is not expected to feature in Galatasaray’s upcoming fixtures against Samsunspor, Aston Villa and Beşiktaş. His absence would be a setback for the Turkish club, which will have to manage its attack without one of its key players during a busy period.

Osimhen is also set to miss Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Tanzania this month. The Super Eagles will therefore need to make alternative plans while the striker focuses on recovering fully before returning to action.

The five-week estimate remains a reported projection, and his eventual return will depend on his progress and further medical assessments.

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