In November 2021, Victor Osimhen suffered a severe head injury, and the surgeon who performed his surgery acknowledged that the Napoli footballer’s vision could have been permanently impaired.
Victor Osimhen’s Comeback from Severe Head Injury
In November 2021, Nigerian footballer Victor Osimhen suffered a severe head injury during a game against Inter Milan, resulting in multiple fractures. He underwent surgery, during which six plaques and 18 screws were inserted to fix his facial bones. The surgeon who performed the operation, Dr Gianpaolo Tartaro, recently spoke about the extent of Osimhen’s injury and the risks he faced.
Dr Tartaro’s Comments on Osimhen’s Injury and Surgery
According to Dr Tartaro, Osimhen’s injury was serious, and there was a risk of him losing his sight due to the orbital bone being impacted. Fortunately, the bone stopped in time, and the eye was able to go back into its socket. The plaques inserted during surgery do not need to be removed unless there is an urgent need. Dr Tartaro ensured that the best quality plaques were used during the surgery to offer maximum protection should Osimhen need to head the ball in the future.
Osimhen’s Return to Football and Current Form
Despite the severity of his injury, Osimhen made a remarkable return to football and has been in top form for Napoli in the 2022-23 campaign. He has scored 21 goals so far and is now considered one of the most promising young talents in Europe. Osimhen now wears a protective face mask while playing, which has given him greater confidence on the field. Dr Tartaro has praised Osimhen’s comeback, saying that he has become world-class.
Potential Transfer and Napoli’s Title Hopes
Osimhen’s impressive performances have caught the attention of top European clubs, with Manchester United and Chelsea reportedly interested in signing him. Meanwhile, Napoli is hoping to win their first Serie A title since the days of Diego Maradona. The expectation is that big-money offers will be made for Osimhen in the upcoming transfer window.
Victor Osimhen’s Past Performances
Victor Osimhen is a Nigerian professional football player who has made a name for himself in European football leagues. Born on December 29, 1998, in Lagos, Nigeria, Osimhen started his football career in the Ultimate Strikers Academy before moving to play for Lagos-based side, Lagos Ultimate. He gained national recognition after his performance at the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup where he scored ten goals in seven matches and helped Nigeria win the tournament.
Impressive Performances in Europe
After signing for VfL Wolfsburg in 2017, Osimhen had a brief stint with the German side before moving to Belgian club, Charleroi. He impressed with his performances, scoring 20 goals in 36 appearances for the club, which caught the attention of French side, Lille.
Osimhen’s stint at Lille was equally impressive, with him scoring 18 goals in 38 appearances for the club. His performances helped Lille finish fourth in the 2019-20 Ligue 1 season and earn a spot in the UEFA Europa League. He was named the Ligue 1 Player of the Month for October 2019, and his form earned him a nomination for the African Footballer of the Year award.
National Team Performances
Osimhen has also represented Nigeria at the international level, scoring four goals in his first two appearances for the national team. He has since become a regular member of the Nigerian national team, and his performances have helped them qualify for the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations.
Conclusion
Victor Osimhen’s performances have been impressive throughout his career, both in Europe and for the Nigerian national team. His talent and potential have earned him recognition and accolades, and he is considered one of the most promising young talents in African football.