13.02.2026 11:00
A notable development has occurred regarding Galatasaray U19 team's striker Çağrı Hakan Balta. It has been claimed that the young footballer did not accept the professional contract offer made by the club. It was alleged that Çağrı Hakan Balta would leave Galatasaray on the day he turns 18.
Speaking on the 90+ Digital YouTube channel, Yakup Çınar claimed that Çağrı Hakan Balta, born on May 15, 2008, will leave Galatasaray on the day he turns 18. Çınar stated, "Galatasaray offered a professional contract. He did not accept the contract."
While contract crises of players raised from the youth academy have been on the agenda in the past, it was noted that Çağrı Hakan Balta, the son of Hakan Balta, has also entered a similar process.
HE BECAME THE TOP SCORER LAST SEASON
The young forward, who became the top scorer in the U19 League last season with 22 goals, has scored 5 goals in 21 matches this season. His absence from the squad in the match against Fethiyespor in the Turkish Cup also drew attention.
THERE IS INTEREST FROM EUROPE
According to claims, Balta, who thinks he will not get enough playing time in the yellow-red team, wants to transfer to a team where he can continue his development. It was stated that some clubs from Europe are following the young footballer. No official statement has been made from the Galatasaray front regarding the matter.