24.01.2026 23:40
Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk made statements after the 3-1 victory against Fatih Karagümrük in the Super League. Stating that transfers will continue, Okan Buruk said, "There will be a versatile squad that will make Galatasaray fans very happy. Of course, there will be developments regarding transfers in the coming days..."
Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk made statements after the match against Fatih Karagümrük, which was played in the 19th week of the Super League and won 3-1.
"WE DROPPED BACK A LOT"
Evaluating the match, Okan Buruk said, "We played a high-tempo match three days ago, but fatigue shouldn't be an issue in the first half. There were times we dropped back a lot. We woke up in the second half. We scored early to make it 3-1 and wanted to take out the tired players. When you look at it, it's an important victory. We are 4 points ahead of our closest rival after this match."
'WE NEED SUPPORT'
Highlighting the support he and his team receive from the fans, Okan Buruk stated, "Our fans always support me, and I thank them. We have been champions for three years; the goal is the fourth championship and success in Europe. After making transfers, we will aim for big goals together. We need the support of the fans. I don't want it to be misunderstood as if I'm shifting the focus elsewhere, but we really need unity and solidarity. This togetherness is important both on and off the field. There are people who want to do this differently against us. We must stand firm and show our stance against them."
'YASER ASPRILLA IS A DIFFERENT PLAYER'
Speaking about Galatasaray's new transfer Yaser Asprilla, Buruk said, "Yaser Asprilla is a different player, good in one-on-one situations. He is a player who can solve our problems. He will also be in our squad. We are playing a lot of matches. We are trying to build a very strong squad to avoid falling into a situation like we did in November. We have three different goals: league, cup, and Europe... We had deficiencies in the front line; we used Roland Sallai as a right-back. We had few players in the rotation up front. We want strong players in the front line, like Noa Lang... Yaser Asprilla is also a young talent. Yaser Asprilla's Championship performance took him to Girona. His performance at Girona fell below expectations, but he is a very good talent. He can also play as a number 10."
'WHY NOT AGAINST MANCHESTER CITY?'
Commenting on the upcoming match against Manchester City, the experienced coach said, "We beat Manchester United; we have a victory there. Why not have a victory against Manchester City?"
'THERE WILL BE A SQUAD WITH ALTERNATIVES'
Okan Buruk stated regarding transfers, "There will be a squad with alternatives that Galatasaray fans will be very happy with. There will be developments regarding transfers in the coming days, of course..."
"SOCIAL MEDIA IS FULL OF TROLLS"
Addressing the reactions he received on social media, the successful coach said, "We experienced championship for three years. We are in the top 24 in Europe at 99%... I don't think that 1% will happen. Galatasaray is again successful on the field. Minor reactions can also come from social media. I have always received support, just like today. It is necessary to separate social media from the stadium and the street. I separate them correctly. It is unclear who writes what on social media; it is full of trolls. There may be real people and those who do not want me; I respect that. We are working hard for Galatasaray. This is our fourth year, and we need these criticisms for greater successes. It doesn't affect me negatively. Other people may be affected, but I am not affected at all. If you are affected by these criticisms, you shouldn't be doing this job. I am someone who is often on the street; I have always seen a supportive attitude..." he concluded.
'WILL BE BACK WITH THE TEAM'
Okan Buruk concluded his remarks by saying, "We have tried to prepare Wilfried Singo in the strongest way. We thank Yener İnce and his team. His checks are ongoing; we will have a day off on Sunday. He will be back with the team on Monday. His general tests came out well, and they are also looking at the strength difference between his legs. We will use Singo as both a right-back and a center-back. Words that did not come out of Yener İnce's mouth have been written."