Galatasaray have intensified a specialised recovery programme for Victor Osimhen as the club looks to ensure the Nigerian striker returns to peak condition ahead of a decisive stretch in their Turkish Super Lig title race.
Osimhen, who has been sidelined since sustaining an arm injury during the UEFA Champions League clash against Liverpool, is now undergoing a closely monitored training and rehabilitation plan designed by the club’s medical and technical staff.
Head coach Okan Buruk is reportedly central to the “special recovery plan,” which includes controlled training sessions, gradual reintegration into full team drills, and carefully managed workload increases aimed at avoiding any relapse ahead of key fixtures.
According to club updates, Osimhen has already resumed on-pitch activities and has rejoined portions of team training under supervision, a key milestone in his recovery journey.
The primary objective is to have the striker fully match-ready for the high-stakes derby against Fenerbahçe, a fixture that could heavily influence the destination of the league title. Reports suggest he is being carefully built up with a targeted number of training sessions before that match, with Galatasaray prioritising long-term fitness over rushed game time.
Osimhen’s absence has been felt in attack, with the club acknowledging the importance of his movement, finishing ability, and overall influence in big matches. Despite his setback, optimism remains high within the camp that the structured recovery approach will allow him to return at full intensity during the decisive run-in.
For Galatasaray, the strategy is clear: protect their marquee striker now to maximise his impact when it matters most.
