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Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen has been ruled out of Galatasaray’s Super Lig clash against Gaziantep due to a decision by the Turkish Football Association (TFF).
The suspension, which comes as a result of the rescheduled nature of the fixture, will prevent Osimhen from featuring in the lineup today.
The match, originally scheduled for Matchday 3, was postponed and is now taking place after Osimhen’s arrival at Galatasaray.
However, according to TFF regulations, the player was not part of the team during the original date and is therefore ineligible to participate in this specific fixture.
The ruling comes as a blow to Galatasaray, who will miss Osimhen’s firepower upfront, particularly as the Nigerian international has quickly become a key figure in the team since his transfer.
However, fans won’t have to wait long, as Osimhen is expected to return to action in Galatasaray’s highly anticipated derby against Fenerbahce this Saturday.
With the derby on the horizon, Osimhen’s absence in today’s game may be seen as a strategic rest, giving him more time to prepare for what promises to be a crucial encounter against their fierce rivals.
Despite the temporary setback, Osimhen’s presence and performance in the upcoming fixture will be vital for Galatasaray’s ambitions in the league this season.