Victor Osimhen Declared Fit for Galatasaray’s Champions League Clash With Atletico Madrid

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has confirmed that Victor Osimhen is available for his side’s UEFA Champions League fixture against Atletico Madrid.

Osimhen had raised injury concerns after limping off during Nigeria’s semi-final defeat to host nation Morocco at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The setback ruled the 27-year-old striker out of the Super Eagles’ third-place playoff victory over Egypt last Saturday.

However, the forward has since returned to Turkey and wasted no time resuming training. Osimhen rejoined his Galatasaray teammates on Monday and trained fully the same day, easing fears over his fitness.

Buruk confirmed the striker’s readiness ahead of Wednesday’s European showdown.

“Osimhen joined the squad yesterday. He trained with us, and it was a good training session,” Buruk said.

“Ismail Jakobs will be in the squad. Sara will train with the team and test herself. Singo won’t be with us for this match. Our squad has grown a bit more. This has been a morale boost, especially for me.”

The Turkish Super Lig champions will host Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid at RAMS Park on Wednesday, with Osimhen’s return providing a timely boost as Galatasaray seek a positive result on the European stage.