13.10.2025 16:41
Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk spoke about Wilfried Singo's injury and the incident involving Victor Osimhen upon his return from the Nigerian national team. Buruk stated, "We have concerns due to the pitch conditions and the intensity of the matches for players playing in Africa."
Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk provided information about the injury of the team's star defender Wilfried Singo. Buruk stated that the Ivorian player's treatment is ongoing and mentioned that the process is being closely monitored during the international break.
"WE ARE CONCERNED ABOUT PLAYERS PLAYING IN AFRICA"
During the press conference, Buruk highlighted the risks faced by African players during international match periods. "We have concerns due to the pitch conditions and the intensity of the matches for players playing in Africa. This time we finished the match, but there was a problem with the flight back. He will complete the second match safely," said Buruk, expressing his worries for both Osimhen and other African players.
OSIMHEN'S FEAR OF FLYING
Speaking about Victor Osimhen, who came into the spotlight after the emergency landing incident involving the plane carrying the Nigerian national team, Buruk said, "Honestly, we start to worry when we send Osimhen off. The pitches in Africa, the tough matches, and the travel conditions concern us. This time we finished the match, but there was a problem on the flight back. Hopefully, he will complete the second match safely as well," he added.
ANXIOUS WAITING ON GALATASARAY'S SIDE
The yellow-red club is closely monitoring the health status of both Osimhen and Singo. The Galatasaray coaching staff believes that the pitch conditions in Africa and the intense travel traffic negatively affect the physical condition of the players, especially during international match periods.