Osimhen undergoes knee surgery, out three weeks — misses Super Eagles AFCON qualifiers
Galatasaray confirm Victor Osimhen underwent successful surgery on his left knee this Saturday at Maslak Acıbadem Hospital after an MRI revealed a loose fragment from a sprain sustained during Tuesday's Champions League match against VfB Stuttgart. Club doctor Yener İnce performed the procedure, with Osimhen now under daily medical evaluation.
Turkish outlet Fanatik reports the 27-year-old striker will miss approximately three weeks, ruling him out of league fixtures against Amedspor and Samsunspor. If recovery stays on track, he could return for the Champions League clash against Aston Villa on November 24.
The timing deals a blow to Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, who was counting on Osimhen for Nigeria's 2027 AFCON qualifiers against Tanzania next month. Chelle now faces a selection dilemma upfront with the African Footballer of the Year sidelined during a critical international window.
With Osimhen out, should Chelle trust in-form Cyriel Dessers, give Terem Moffi a sustained run, or call up a surprise option like Gift Orban? The AFCON qualifiers demand goals — who steps up?