Galatasaray’s Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has resumed full training, boosting the Turkish champions’ preparations for their crucial UEFA Champions League playoffs second leg against Juventus. The club confirmed the forward’s return on Monday, alleviating concerns over a minor knee injury that forced him to miss last weekend’s Super Lig defeat to Konyaspor.
Osimhen’s participation in the complete session, under head coach Okan Buruk, comes at a pivotal moment. The squad is fine-tuning its strategy for Wednesday’s high-stakes encounter at the Juventus Stadium in Turin. Galatasaray enter the match with a commanding advantage after a dominant 5-2 first-leg victory at home, a performance in which Osimhen contributed two assists.
The 25-year-old has been instrumental in Galatasaray’s European campaign this season, leading the team as its top scorer in the competition with six goals. His potential presence significantly strengthens an attack that must navigate one of Europe’s most formidable defences. The aggregate lead means Galatasaray can afford to lose by up to two goals and still progress to the Round of 16, but securing Osimhen’s fitness is a major positive for the visitors.
Osimhan’s injury absence coincided with a rare domestic league setback, highlighting his importance to both club and country. As a key figure for the Nigerian national team, his recovery is closely watched by fans across Africa and beyond. The outcome of this tie will determine whether Galatasaray joins the latter stages of Europe’s premier club competition, making the composition of their travelling squad critical.
The second leg is scheduled for 20:00 CET on Wednesday. A fit-again Osimhen offers Galatasaray the best possible option to protect their aggregate lead and secure a place in the Champions League Round of 16.
