In a recent interview with beIN SPORTS, Galatasaray’s head coach Okan Buruk spoke candidly about the team’s lineup and injury status ahead of the match against Gençlerbirliği. Buruk expressed optimism despite the challenges posed by injuries.
Current Squad Status and Injury Updates
Buruk outlined the condition of the team, acknowledging that although they have some absences, the available players can still form a strong starting eleven. Key points from his statements include:
- Victor Osimhen’s injury is well-known; efforts are being made to recover him for the next match.
- Defender Jakobs surprised the team with his injury status, affecting his availability for both today’s and the upcoming match.
- National team breaks complicate things, making it difficult to track players’ training routines.
- Buruk is in communication with Vincenzo Montella regarding players’ conditions but lacks insights into other national teams’ training methods.
Expectations for the Upcoming Matches
Buruk highlighted that Galatasaray plays at home and is confident in their ability to win against Gençlerbirliği, who are at a disadvantage having not sent players to national duty.
The coach is particularly optimistic about his players’ readiness. Notable mentions include:
- İlkay has completed his training but will likely play limited minutes in this match to prepare fully for the upcoming fixtures.
- Mauro Icardi joined the team late due to personal reasons during the international break but will be utilized as the match progresses.
With a strong lineup and motivating support from fans, Buruk is hopeful for positive outcomes in both the current and upcoming matches.
