No cause for alarm: Osimhen pictured training at Galatasaray after asking to be subbed off last game

Victor Osimhen, Galatasaray’s star Nigerian striker, has allayed any fears over his fitness after being spotted in training following his request to be substituted in the team's 2-1 win over Alanyaspor on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

Despite initial concerns regarding his health, the 26-year-old was seen participating in a full training session at Galatasaray’s facilities on Wednesday, March 12, putting to rest any worries surrounding his condition.

Osimhen had a strong impact on the game, scoring the crucial winning goal that extended Galatasaray’s unbeaten run in the Turkish Süper Lig. 

However, shortly after scoring, Osimhen signaled to the bench, requesting to be taken off due to discomfort. This came after an encounter with Alanyaspor’s goalkeeper, where Osimhen appeared to be physically unsettled.

Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk quickly responded to the forward’s request, substituting him for Ahmed Kutucu. 

The decision raised concerns among fans, who were worried about the striker’s fitness as Galatasaray’s push for the Süper Lig title heavily relies on Osimhen’s contributions.

However, in a reassuring turn of events, Osimhen was pictured training with the team at the Kemerburgaz Metin Oktay Facilities. 

His presence on the training field signaled that there is no serious cause for alarm. The striker appeared to be moving freely and participating in the full session, indicating that the discomfort he experienced during the match was likely a minor issue.

Galatasaray officials have yet to issue an official statement regarding Osimhen’s condition, but the sight of him training without any signs of injury or discomfort suggests that the issue is not as serious as initially feared. 

The Nigerian forward’s fitness is crucial to the club's hopes of securing the Süper Lig title, and fans can now breathe a sigh of relief knowing that their star striker is back on the pitch.

With the next fixtures on the horizon, Galatasaray will be hoping that Osimhen remains in top condition as they continue their pursuit of domestic glory. 

His performance and health will be key factors as the team aims to extend their lead at the top of the league and push towards securing the championship.

For now, it seems the concerns over Osimhen's fitness have been alleviated, with the striker back in training and ready to continue playing a pivotal role in Galatasaray’s title chase.

Wale Adejumo

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