Victor Osimhen
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been officially cleared to feature in Sunday’s high-stakes Istanbul derby against rivals Fenerbahçe.
The Nigerian forward had raised concerns after playing with a protective arm brace during Galatasaray’s Turkish Cup defeat to Gençlerbirliği on Wednesday.
Following the match, Fenerbahçe lodged a formal complaint with the Turkish Football Federation, arguing that the protective gear could pose a risk to other players.
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However, the complaint was dismissed after medical confirmation that the brace was necessary and had been duly approved in line with football regulations.
Osimhen is now expected to play a key role in the crucial clash, which could have a major impact on the Turkish Super Lig title race.
Galatasaray currently sit at the top of the table, holding a four-point lead over second-placed Fenerbahçe. The two sides played out a 1-1 draw in their first meeting of the season, setting the stage for a decisive encounter this weekend.
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