24.01.2026 11:20
During the transfer window, Galatasaray accelerated transfer talks for Trabzonspor's young midfielder Chris Inao Oulai. It was reported that the presidents of the two clubs met for discussions. Trabzonspor initially demanded 40 million euros, while Galatasaray offered 27.5 million euros. The gap between the parties has narrowed to 5 million euros, and the transfer is expected to be finalized shortly.
Galatasaray, which accelerated its efforts during the transfer period, intensified its attempts for young midfielder Chris Inao Oulai, who plays for Trabzonspor. It has been learned that the yellow-reds are nearing the end of the transfer.
THE TWO PRESIDENTS MET AGAIN
Galatasaray sat down once again for 19-year-old Oulai, who was transferred to Trabzonspor from Bastia for 5.5 million euros at the beginning of the season. It was reported that Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan and Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek held a transfer meeting.
NUMBERS ARE CLOSING IN
It was reported that Trabzonspor initially demanded 40 million euros for Oulai, while Galatasaray offered 27.5 million euros. After the first meeting, the parties left the table, and in the second meeting, they updated their offers. In this meeting, Dursun Özbek raised his offer to 30 million euros, while Ertuğrul Doğan lowered his expectation to around 35 million euros.
TRANSFER IS A MATTER OF TIME
With the gap between the parties narrowing to 5 million euros, it was noted that the likelihood of a positive outcome for the transfer has increased. It was also recorded that the high-value payments Trabzonspor needs to make in the upcoming period could be decisive in this transfer.
FENERBAHÇE AND EUROPEAN CLUBS ARE ALSO MONITORING
It was claimed that not only Galatasaray but also Fenerbahçe is in the race for Chris Inao Oulai. Additionally, it was stated that many European clubs have been closely monitoring the young player since the beginning of the season.
SEASON PERFORMANCE IS STRIKING
Oulai has played 10 matches in the league this season with the Trabzonspor jersey. The young midfielder contributed with 2 goals and 3 assists in these matches. The 19-year-old player is also starting in the Ivory Coast National Team.