Victor Osimhen Undergoes Knee Surgery

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen underwent surgery for a loose body in his left knee. According to the club's statement, the operation was performed by club doctor Yener İnce at Maslak Acıbadem Hospital. The club said the player's condition will be monitored with daily evaluations and that treatment will continue under the supervision of the club's medical team. It was stated that Osimhen will be out of action for several matches. It was learned that the Nigerian striker's return to the pitch could take 3 to 4 weeks. A loose body is a fragment of bone, cartilage or tissue that has broken off and moves freely within the knee joint space.

Source: Haberturk Spor

Correction (07.11.2026): In his assessment for HT Spor, Prof. Dr. Ufuk Şekir said that removing the fragment would not cause much trouble, that the surgery was simple and the return would be quick, and that the fragment was removed after being separated from the cartilage injury.