14.04.2026 20:50
Galatasaray's Argentine striker Mauro Icardi, who only managed to get a total of 15 minutes of playtime in the recent Süper Lig matches against Göztepe and Kocaeli, is set to be further confined to the bench following Victor Osimhen's return. Coach Okan Buruk is not considering giving Icardi playing time unless he is in a very difficult situation.
Argentine star Mauro Icardi, who wrote his name in the club's history with golden letters by scoring goals in the last two seasons at Galatasaray, is now longing for form. Icardi, who only got a total of 15 minutes of playing time in the recently played Göztepe and Kocaelispor matches in the Süper Lig, has fallen out of favor with the technical staff due to his physical appearance and lack of form.
OSIMHEN RETURNED, THE BOOK CLOSED
Victor Osimhen, who has recovered from his injury and is training with the team, has become the only name in Okan Buruk's attacking plans again. With the Nigerian striker's return, the Icardi chapter at the yellow-reds has officially closed.
OKAN BURUK'S DECISION IS FINAL: "UNLESS WE ARE FORCED TO..."
According to news from Kemerburgaz; it has been learned that successful coach Okan Buruk, who is not satisfied with Icardi's training and match performance, does not consider him in the starting 11 unless there is a very extreme injury or suspension situation. It has been learned that Buruk is now building a team that will stay on the field "not with names, but with physical strength," and in this setup, he will only give Icardi playing time in the final parts of matches if they are in a very difficult situation.