Kartal sets derby plan: Brown decision for Osimhen

Following the result against Slavia Prague, Fenerbahce turned their attention to the Galatasaray derby. Head coach Ismail Kartal began shaping his squad plan, weighing the strengths and weaknesses of the opponent.

Nathan Ake's absence is pushing Kartal toward a radical change in defence. Believing Oppong could struggle defensively at RAMS Park, the coach plans to move Archie Brown to left centre-back. With this move, Levent Mercan will take up the left-back position.

One key part of the plan is keeping Victor Osimhen under control. Brown's place in the centre of defence aims to stop the Nigerian striker from running in behind the defensive line. On set pieces, captain Skriniar will take a leading role, and Brown is expected to take control of long balls over the top.

In attack, Kartal wants Levent Mercan to frequently cross the ball to Vedat Muriqi. For the number ten role, the choice is between Greenwood and Irfan Can Kahveci, and the decision has been left until the weekend. The derby starting eleven will be finalised with these decisions.