17.10.2026 13:00
It has been claimed that Kaan Ayhan, who has been given only 1 minute of playing time this season at Galatasaray, wants to leave the team during the mid-season transfer window. It was alleged that the experienced footballer, who is said not to be in Okan Buruk's plans, has requested his release by waiving his salary for the second half of the season.
A surprise departure claim has emerged at Galatasaray ahead of the mid-season transfer window. It was stated that Kaan Ayhan, who has struggled to find playing time in the yellow-and-red team this season, asked the management for flexibility regarding his departure.
HE REQUESTED HIS RELEASE FROM DURSUN ÖZBEK
According to Sabah's report, Kaan Ayhan, whose contract with Galatasaray will expire at the end of the season, is preparing to leave the team in January. It was reported that the 31-year-old national footballer has begun evaluating offers received and expects flexibility from President Dursun Özbek for his departure.
READY TO GIVE UP HIS SALARY FOR THE SECOND HALF
It was claimed that Kaan Ayhan wants to obtain his release in exchange for giving up the salary for the remaining part of his contract. It was stated that with this formula, the experienced footballer aims to move to another club during the mid-season transfer window without a transfer fee being paid.
NOT IN OKAN BURUK'S PLANS
Kaan Ayhan, who is claimed not to be in head coach Okan Buruk's future plans, has found playing time for only 1 minute this season. It has not yet become clear how the Galatasaray management will respond to the experienced player's request.