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The Digest:

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has returned to Nigeria after sustaining a fractured right forearm during Galatasaray's 4-0 Champions League loss to Liverpool. The injury occurred early in the match following a collision with Ibrahima Konaté, though Osimhen played through the pain until halftime. He will wait for swelling to subside before deciding on surgery, which could sideline him for about six weeks. The injury means he will miss key Super Lig matches and is racing to recover for the April 26 derby against Fenerbahçe. He was already absent from Nigeria's upcoming friendlies.

Key Points:
  • A six-week absence would sideline Osimhen for crucial league and cup matches.
  • His return to Nigeria during the international break allows recovery near family.
  • The injury adds to a season of fitness challenges, though he has 19 goals and seven assists.
  • His absence from the Super Eagles friendlies was pre-arranged before the injury.
  • Galatasaray's title hopes may be affected if he misses the Fenerbahçe derby.
Osimhen faces a race against time for surgery and recovery, with Galatasaray monitoring his progress ahead of critical fixtures.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, Fanatik, Galatasaray SK