Reason for Icardi's absence from training revealed

Preparing for a busy match schedule following the international break in the Süper Lig, Galatasaray has begun training ahead of their away game against Trabzonspor. In the yellow-reds' first session after a 5-day break, it did not go unnoticed that Mauro Icardi was absent, in addition to players who had joined their national teams.

The reason for Icardi's absence during the training session at the Metin Oktay Facilities in Kemerburgaz was revealed shortly after. It was learned that the 33-year-old star footballer took advantage of the break to visit his daughters in Argentina and was on authorized leave. The experienced center-forward, who delayed his return to Istanbul, also requested additional time from head coach Okan Buruk.

ALL EYES ON ICARDI

The fact that Victor Osimhen will be sidelined for a long time due to a fracture in his arm has caused all eyes at Galatasaray to turn back to Icardi. The absence of the Argentine, one of the team's most important goal-scoring weapons, from training sparked criticism among fans and found wide resonance on social media.

Icardi, who has previously been a subject of debate due to his hesitant attitude about entering games as a substitute, was recently alleged to have initially refused to enter the pitch during the 4-0 defeat against Liverpool, only joining the game after Kaan Ayhan's efforts to persuade him.

Despite playing for a limited time throughout the season, Icardi has managed to become one of the top scorers in the Trendyol Süper Lig, netting 13 goals in 24 matches. Reaching a total of 1,009 minutes of play, the Argentine star has contributed to his team by finding the back of the net on average every 78 minutes.

It remains a matter of curiosity whether Mauro Icardi, who is expected to return to Istanbul in the coming days after completing his special leave in Argentina, will be ready for the Trabzonspor match.

News Source: 12punto