By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Victor Osimhen has successfully undergone surgery, according to an official confirmation from Galatasaray, Prompt News reports.
Osimhen picked up the injury during Galatasaray’s 4–0 loss to Liverpool at Anfield last Wednesday.
The powerful striker was later diagnosed with a fracture in his right forearm.
Galatasaray shared an update on the surgery on their official website.
“Our player Victor Osimhen, who was injured and unable to continue playing in our away match against Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, underwent a successful operation today at Maslak Acıbadem Hospital, performed by our club doctor, Op. Dr. Yener İnce,” reads the statement.
The 27-year-old is expected to be sidelined for around four weeks.
Osimhen has registered 19 goals, and seven assists in 29 appearances across all competitions for the Yellow and Reds this season.
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