Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has resumed training with the team ahead of the highly anticipated Istanbul derby against Fenerbahce. The 26-year-old Nigerian international had been sidelined for two weeks due to a hamstring injury sustained while on duty with his national team.

Osimhen’s injury had forced him to miss Galatasaray’s recent matches, including the away victory over Istanbul Başakşehir and the home loss to Union Saint-Gilloise. However, his participation in Friday’s training session suggests that he is nearing a return to action.

The upcoming derby against Fenerbahce is a crucial fixture, with Galatasaray currently leading the Super Lig table with 32 points from 13 matches. Fenerbahce trails closely behind with 31 points, making the top-of-the-table clash a significant encounter. The match is scheduled to take place at the RAMS Park on Monday.

Galatasaray will intensify their preparations for the derby at their training centre on Saturday, as they seek to maintain their lead in the Super Lig standings. The team’s performance in the derby will be closely watched, given the intense rivalry between the two Istanbul-based clubs.

The Istanbul derby is one of the most fiercely contested matches in Turkish football, with both teams boasting a large following and a rich history of competition. The outcome of the match will have significant implications for the Super Lig standings, making it a must-watch encounter for football fans in Turkey and beyond.

With Osimhen’s potential return to the lineup, Galatasaray will be looking to bolster their attacking options and secure a vital win against their arch-rivals. The match promises to be an exciting and closely contested encounter, with both teams seeking to assert their dominance in the Super Lig.