Nigerian international Victor Osimhen was not in the Galatasaray squad that defeated Gaziantep FK 3-1 in the Turkish Super Lig on Tuesday night.

Osimhen was spotted in casual wear when he arrived at the RAMS Park, and he was escorted into the stands where he saw the game.

The 25-year-old debuted for the club last Saturday in their 5-0 win over Rizespor as he produced an assist for the second goal.

However, the Turkish FA did not allow the on-loan Napoli striker to play against Gaziantep FK on Tuesday.

It was gathered that the match was originally scheduled for Match Day 3, but it was postponed.

New signings Osimhen, Jakobs and Sallai were all unregistered at that point, making them ineligible to take part in the game.

A statement said via Daily Post: “Victor Osimhen, Ismail Jakobs and Roland Sallai, who were transferred after the postponement date, will not be in the squad due to the status.”

The trio will be available when Galatasaray take on fierce rivals Fenerbahce at the Şukru Saracoglu Stadium on Saturday.

Galatasaray are top of the Super Lig standings with 15 points after maintaining their perfect start to the 2024/2025 season with five wins in five.

Victor Osimhen at the Rams Stadium watching|Supporting the boys 💛❤️🇳🇬🇹🇷🦁.pic.twitter.com/dYWBfP1cIP

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