Okan Buruk's statements on the health status of Osimhen and Lemina
Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk provided information on the status of injured players Osimhen and Lemina following the Kocaelispor match.
Following Galatasaray's 1-0 victory over Kocaelispor in the 5th week of the Trendyol Super League, head coach Okan Buruk evaluated the team's overall performance at the post-match press conference and shared the latest updates on injured players.
Kocaelispor Match and Leadership Evaluation
Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk began his remarks after their home win against Kocaelispor by commemorating Metin Oktay.
Stating that the match was generally dominant, the experienced manager congratulated his players for sitting on the leadership throne once again.
Osimhen and Lemina's Treatment Process
Opening a parenthesis in the press conference for the injured Victor Osimhen and Mario Lemina, Okan Buruk stated that the treatments for both players are ongoing.
The coaching staff is making efforts to prepare the players for the match to be played over the weekend.
No Risks Will Be Taken in the Match
Conveying that the target is to have the players ready for Saturday's fixture, Buruk emphasized that if pains persist and final checks turn out unfavorably, absolutely no risks will be taken.
Singo's Return Date to the Pitch
Projections were also shared regarding when Galatasaray's another injured player, Singo, will return to the pitch.
It was conveyed that Singo is planned to return to the team after the national team break.
Champions League and Referee Criticisms
Touching upon the Sporting match in the Champions League, Okan Buruk criticized the referee decisions in the fixture and expressed his views regarding the targets in the European arena and the process experienced.