Osimhen faces spell on sidelines after fractured arm in Liverpool defeat
Victor Osimhen could be set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a fractured arm during Galatasaray’s 4-0 defeat to Liverpool in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash at Anfield. In a statement, Galatasaray confirmed that the injury was diagnosed after the striker underwent further medical examination in […]
Victor Osimhen could be set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a fractured arm during Galatasaray’s 4-0 defeat to Liverpool in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash at Anfield.
In a statement, Galatasaray confirmed that the injury was diagnosed after the striker underwent further medical examination in Liverpool following the match.
The incident occurred in the first half when Osimhen challenged Ibrahima Konaté for an aerial ball, with the Liverpool defender landing on the Nigerian’s arm.
Osimhen remained on the ground in visible pain and was able to continue only after receiving treatment and having his forearm bandaged by the club’s medical team.
Although he completed the first half, the striker did not return for the second period after further checks raised concerns about a possible fracture.
“In the first half of our away match against Liverpool, our player Victor Osimhen sustained a blow to his arm and completed the half,” the club said.
“However, following evaluations at halftime, he was withdrawn from the second half due to the risk of a fracture. Post-match examinations at the hospital confirmed a fracture in his right forearm, which has now been placed in a cast.
“A decision regarding possible surgery will be made in the coming days after further assessments.”
The injury adds to a challenging season for Osimhen, who has now suffered multiple setbacks that have disrupted his rhythm.
Despite the interruptions, the 27-year-old forward delivered an impressive UEFA Champions League campaign, scoring seven goals, providing three assists, and earning four Man-of-the-Match awards in 10 appearances for Galatasaray.