{"id":894761,"date":"2026-03-27T05:19:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-27T10:19:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/27\/victor-osimhen-super-eagles-striker-to-debut-special-device-after-returning-from-injury\/"},"modified":"2026-03-27T05:19:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T10:19:07","slug":"victor-osimhen-super-eagles-striker-to-debut-special-device-after-returning-from-injury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/27\/victor-osimhen-super-eagles-striker-to-debut-special-device-after-returning-from-injury\/","title":{"rendered":"Victor Osimhen: Super Eagles striker to debut special device after returning from injury"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Victor Osimhen in Kocaelispor vs Galatasaray. Copyright: ImagoxGokhanxTanerx<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\u200bSuper Eagles<\/a> striker Victor Osimhen<\/a> is set to wear a new protective device when he returns to action for Galatasaray, Soccernet.ng reports.<\/b><\/p>\n

\u200bThe 27-year-old forward suffered a hand fracture following a collision with Liverpool\u2019s Ibrahima Konate<\/a> during their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 clash last week.<\/p>\n

Following the incident, Osimhen was granted a week off to consider his options before ultimately deciding to undergo surgery earlier this week.<\/p>\n

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Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray Copyright: ImagoxDavidxBlunsden<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u200bBy opting for surgery, Osimhen will be able to return to action significantly sooner than if he had allowed the injury to heal naturally. This is a major boost for Galatasaray as they push for a Turkish domestic double in the final weeks of the season.<\/p>\n

\u200bWhile Osimhen is expected to return to the pitch toward the end of April, his forearm will likely not be fully healed by then.<\/p>\n

However, it will be stable enough for him to compete. To prevent a relapse or further injury, the Nigerian international will be required to wear a protective device.<\/p>\n

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Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray. Copyright: ImagoxBSRxAgencyx<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u200bOsimhen is already well-known for the iconic mask he wears to protect his face following a 2021 injury; now, he will add a second piece of armor to his forearm.<\/p>\n

\u200bWhat Type of Device Will Victor Osimhen Wear?<\/h2>\n

\u200bAccording to Winner Galatasaray<\/a>, if his recovery proceeds as planned, Osimhen will wear a forearm protective splint.<\/p>\n

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Protective forearm splint<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u200bThis specialized device is designed to immobilize the forearm and wrist to support the bone during the healing process.<\/p>\n

It reduces pain and prevents further damage by restricting unnecessary movement, typically featuring adjustable straps for compression and breathable padding for comfort.<\/p>\n

\u200bTo ensure he is ready for match intensity, Osimhen will need to begin training with the splint to acclimatize to its feel.<\/p>\n

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Victor Osimhen and Galatasaray teammates. Copyright: Imago<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Galatasaray will have\u00a0to go the extra mile to craft a custom design that ensures maximum safety without hindering his performance levels.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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