02.02.2026 11:30
Hasan Şaş made a notable statement regarding Mauro Icardi after Galatasaray's victory over Kayserispor, saying, "A long-term contract would be detrimental to Galatasaray."
After the match where Galatasaray defeated Kayserispor 4-0, Hasan Şaş made statements about the star player Mauro Icardi that will be widely discussed. Şaş shared his views on Icardi's future and also evaluated the performance of new transfer Noa Lang.
GALATASARAY DEFEATED KAYSERISPOR WITH A DIFFERENCE
In the 20th week of the Super League, Galatasaray hosted Kayserispor and defeated their opponent 4-0. The goals that brought victory to the yellow-reds were scored by Aaron Opoku (OG), Victor Osimhen (P), Gabriel Sara, and Mauro Icardi (P). With this result, Galatasaray increased its points to 49, maintaining its leadership.
ICARDI CAUGHT UP WITH HAGI
Mauro Icardi, who scored a goal from a penalty in the match, reached his 72nd goal in a Galatasaray jersey, equaling Gheorghe Hagi's record as the club's all-time top foreign goal scorer.
"NOA LANG CANNOT PLAY LIKE THIS AT GALATASARAY"
Speaking on the SporOn YouTube channel, Hasan Şaş criticized Noa Lang's performance, stating, "He cannot play like this at Galatasaray. In a big team, there are not only offensive duties but also defensive responsibilities. Okan Buruk will adapt Lang to this system," he said.
"EXTENDING ICARDI'S CONTRACT IS DETRIMENTAL TO GALATASARAY"
Using clear statements regarding Icardi's contract process, Şaş said, "Making a long-term contract with Icardi is detrimental to Galatasaray. I have been following this club for 42 years, and I have never seen such a turning point. It would be wrong for Galatasaray to sign a 3-season contract with Icardi," he stated.
"I THINK ICARDI WANTS TO STAY"
Addressing the Juventus rumors, Hasan Şaş said, "I think Icardi wants to stay at Galatasaray. He does not want to leave here, but the conditions he is in do not allow it. There may be other things going on behind the scenes," he said.
EMPHASIS ON STRIKER
Hasan Şaş also drew attention to the striker market, stating, "It is very difficult to find a striker in the world. In the long term, it is not possible for Galatasaray to achieve success with Icardi. A contract of at most 1 year can be made," he evaluated.