Okan Buruk Describes Osimhen and Leao's Fitness Status

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk made statements about injured players after his team's 4-3 win over Amed Sportif Faaliyetler in Week 11 of the Süper Lig. Buruk said there is still no firm timetable for Victor Osimhen's return to the pitch. He said Leao, who was substituted during the match, would undergo checks. Buruk stressed that Osimhen's condition needs to be monitored day by day. He said he sees the international break as a positive opportunity in this regard. According to the coach, the priority is not for the player to return quickly, but to return healthy and strong. Noting that evaluations will continue on a daily basis after the international break, Buruk said the next two weeks will be important. He also announced that Leao's check-up will take place tomorrow.

Buruk also shared his criticism about the RAMS Park pitch. He said the field was renovated at a high cost before the previous international break, but the expected result was not achieved. Saying the surface has been getting worse after the matches against Kasımpaşa and Barcelona, Buruk stated that it was in its worst condition in the last match and is still in poor shape today. Reminding that they had the pitch work done by a company, Buruk announced they will work again to fix the field. Buruk stressed that the pitch is important not only for his own players but also for the health of opposing players.

Source: Sozcu Spor

Correction (08.11.2026): He said they would not risk the player even for a few days. Removed.