Victor Osimhen faces injury struggles and personal grief

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen is currently navigating a difficult period characterized by physical injury and past personal trauma. Following a severe groin strain sustained in early September during a match against İstanbul Başakşehir, the Nigerian international has struggled to regain his previous form. Former Fenerbahçe forward and Sivasspor manager Bülent Uygun noted that the 27-year-old appears physically and mentally unprepared, citing a lack of coordination and frustration on the pitch.

Beyond his recent physical setbacks, Osimhen has opened up about the emotional toll of his time at Lille. He revealed that during the COVID-19 pandemic, he was unable to return to Nigeria to be with his father as his health declined. Despite securing landing permissions for a private flight, Osimhen stated he was prevented from traveling by his club and management due to ongoing transfer negotiations, a situation that left him with lasting feelings of guilt.