Message from Osimhen to Okan Buruk before the Fenerbahçe derby.

Message from Osimhen to Okan Buruk before the Fenerbahçe derby.

21.04.2026 16:01

After a long-term injury at Galatasaray, Victor Osimhen, who is preparing to return to the field, had a meeting with head coach Okan Buruk and stated that he would be ready to play in the Fenerbahçe derby regardless of the condition of his arm.

In the 31st week of the Super League, it was wondered whether Victor Osimhen, who is preparing to return to the field after a long-term injury, would play against his eternal rival Fenerbahçe at Galatasaray.

MESSAGE FROM OSIMHEN FOR THE DERBY

According to the news in Takvim; the 27-year-old star striker gave good news to Galatasaray fans before the tough derby. It was learned that Osimhen, who had a meeting with head coach Okan Buruk, said, "No matter the condition of my arm, I will play against Fenerbahçe. I have to do this in front of our fans. This derby will be my match."

Before the Fenerbahçe derby

WILL GET TIME IN THE GENÇLERBİRLİĞİ MATCH

After this meeting, all eyes turned to the decision that Okan Buruk and the medical team would make regarding the star player. It is expected that Osimhen will play for 20-25 minutes in the Ziraat Turkey Cup match against Gençlerbirliği, and a roadmap for the derby will be determined based on his performance during this time.

Before the Fenerbahçe derby

SEASON PERFORMANCE

This season, the experienced striker has played in 29 matches across all competitions for Galatasaray, managing to score 19 goals and provide 7 assists.

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