Galatasaray fans are holding their collective breath as the club faces a nervous wait over Victor Osimhen fitness just days before their high-stakes UEFA Champions League playoff second leg against Juventus.
The Nigerian superstar was a notable absentee during Okan Buruk’s side’s disappointing 2-0 defeat to Konyaspor last weekend, sidelined by what has been described as a minor knee injury.
In a bid to get back onto the pitch for the European showdown, the Super Eagles striker spent his Sunday working through a solo session in the gym, according to an update shared on the club’s official website.
Despite the injury concerns, Galatasaray enter the reverse fixture in a commanding position, holding a significant 5-2 lead over the Italian giants.
Osimhen’s influence on that lead cannot be overstated, as he played a pivotal role in the first leg by setting up two of his team’s five goals.
The 27-year-old has been in sensational form throughout this European journey, racking up six goals and two assists in just seven Champions League appearances this season.