Osimhen Cleared for Istanbul Derby as Galatasaray Takes on Besiktas

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is set to feature in Saturday’s highly anticipated Istanbul derby against Besiktas, after overcoming a muscle injury sustained during international duty earlier this week.

The 26-year-old Nigerian forward, who was initially a doubt for the clash, was cleared to play after completing full training with the team on Friday. His return is a massive boost for Galatasaray, as they look to maintain their dominance at the top of the Turkish Super Lig table.

Osimhen’s Unstoppable Form

Osimhen has been in sensational goal-scoring form, netting eight goals in his last five league outings. With 20 goals in 22 appearances, he currently leads the Super Lig goal-scoring charts, proving his worth as one of the most lethal strikers in Europe this season.

Title Race Intensifies

Galatasaray sits at the summit of the Super Lig with 71 points from 27 matches, but they cannot afford any slip-ups, with fierce rivals Fenerbahce closely chasing them in the title race. A victory against Besiktas would solidify their grip on the league and further boost their confidence heading into the final stretch of the season.

Opinion: A Defining Moment for Osimhen and Galatasaray

This derby could be a defining moment for Osimhen’s debut season in Turkey. The Nigerian star has proven his ability to deliver on big occasions, and a strong performance against Besiktas will further cement his reputation as one of the best strikers in the league.

For Galatasaray, keeping their top scorer fit and firing will be crucial if they are to reclaim the league title. With Osimhen leading the charge, the Yellow and Reds look unstoppable, and fans will be expecting another dominant display from their Nigerian goal machine.