13.11.2026 11:30
The return schedule of Victor Osimhen, who has been away from the pitch for some time due to injury at Galatasaray, is beginning to become clear. The Nigerian star is expected to get minutes in the Aston Villa match and to start in the first XI in the Beşiktaş derby.
At Galatasaray, all eyes have turned to Victor Osimhen, who has been away from the jersey due to his injury. The countdown has begun for the return to the pitch of the Nigerian striker, one of the most important names in the red-yellows' attacking line. According to Fanatik's report, the Galatasaray technical staff continues its preparations for the star footballer to rejoin the team.
FIRST TARGET: THE ASTON VILLA MATCH
Club officials expect Osimhen to be back in his jersey for the Aston Villa match. The Nigerian footballer is planned to get minutes depending on the course of the match and his physical condition.
EXPECTED TO BE ON THE PITCH IN THE BEŞİKTAŞ DERBY
The main target in Osimhen's return planning is the Beşiktaş derby. While reports had previously emerged that the star striker could miss the derby, recent developments have delighted the red-yellows.
The technical staff aims for the 27-year-old footballer to reach the physical level at which he can play 90 minutes against Beşiktaş. Osimhen is expected to wear the jersey in the derby, while the final decision is anticipated to be made according to the player's recovery process.
DIRECT CONTRIBUTION TO 13 GOALS IN 11 MATCHES
Victor Osimhen, who has an important place in Galatasaray's attacking power, has delivered a performance of 10 goals and 3 assists in 11 matches he has played in all competitions this season. In the Süper Lig, the Nigerian center-forward has recorded 9 goals and 3 assists in 8 matches, and he has also found the net once in Europe.