Defending Turkish champions Galatasaray are just days away from launching their 2025/2026 Super Lig campaign — but they may have to do so without a single senior striker on the pitch.
The Istanbul giants, who made headlines with the high-profile signing of Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen from Napoli, now face a mounting striker crisis due to a combination of injuries, delays, and player exits.
Star Argentine striker Mauro Icardi remains sidelined after suffering an ACL tear during a friendly clash against Tottenham in November. His recovery is ongoing, with no confirmed return date.
Meanwhile, Osimhen — whose arrival sparked major excitement among fans — has yet to land in Türkiye, reportedly due to unresolved logistical and registration issues.
With the season opener looming, Galatasaray’s attacking options appear dangerously thin, casting early doubts over their title defense ambitions.
