Osimhen faces possible surgery after arm fracture in Liverpool clash
Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen may need surgery after fracturing his arm during a Champions League match against Liverpool. The injury occurred following a collision with Ibrahima Konaté, forcing Osimhen off at halftime despite initially continuing with a bandaged arm. Medical examinations confirmed the fracture, and his hand has been placed in a cast while surgery is being considered. Noa Lang, who replaced Osimhen, also sustained an injury and will undergo surgery in Liverpool.
Match highlights
- Victor Osimhen suffered a fractured arm during Galatasaray’s 4-0 defeat to Liverpool in the Champions League Round of 16 second leg.
- The injury happened early in the match after a collision with Ibrahima Konaté; Osimhen played the first half with a bandaged arm before being substituted.
- Medical checks at halftime led to Osimhen being withdrawn due to the risk of a fracture, which was later confirmed at the hospital.
- The club stated that a decision on surgery for Osimhen will be made after further evaluations.
- Noa Lang, who replaced Osimhen, suffered a serious cut to his right thumb and will undergo surgery in Liverpool.
