By Our Correspondent

National News – Turkish giants Galatasaray are facing mounting pressure in their title push following the absence of Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen, who has been sidelined with an arm injury since March 18.

The injury, sustained during a UEFA Champions League clash, has left the team struggling at a critical stage of the season.

With just weeks remaining, the impact of his absence is becoming increasingly clear.

Osimhen’s unavailability has coincided with a dip in form for Galatasaray, who have managed only one win in their last three league matches.

They have collected four points from a possible nine, allowing rivals Fenerbahçe and Trabzonspor to close the gap in the title race.

The league leaders now sit narrowly ahead, intensifying competition as the season nears its conclusion.

The 27-year-old forward has missed a total of 11 matches across competitions this season due to injuries, with Galatasaray dropping 16 points during those games.

His contributions—12 league goals and four assists—highlight his importance, placing him just behind teammate Mauro Icardi in the club’s scoring chart.

Coach Okan Buruk has expressed optimism about Osimhen’s return, confirming that the striker has resumed training and could feature in the upcoming fixture against Gençlerbirliği.

He is also expected to be fit for the crucial derby against Fenerbahçe, a match that could define the title race.

Fans and analysts alike believe Osimhen’s return could be decisive in restoring Galatasaray’s attacking strength and confidence.

With five games left to play, the team’s championship hopes may hinge on how quickly and effectively their star striker reintegrates into the squad.