15.10.2026 16:31
Having lost to Barcelona in the Champions League, Galatasaray is preparing for an away match against Gençlerbirliği in the Süper Lig. Head coach Okan Buruk plans to make four changes to the starting XI before the match to be played in the capital, one of which is mandatory. In the yellow-reds, some star names are expected to be pulled to the bench.
After the defeat against Barcelona in the Champions League, at Galatasaray, who have turned their focus to the Süper Lig, head coach Okan Buruk is reshaping the squad ahead of the Gençlerbirliği match. The experienced coach is expected to make changes in defense, midfield, and the attacking line.
BARIŞ ALPER YILMAZ RETURNS TO HIS NATURAL POSITION
Barış Alper Yılmaz, who played at right-back against Barcelona, is planned to play on the left wing in the Gençlerbirliği away match. While Roland Sallai is expected to take duty at right-back, the centre-back duo will consist of Davinson Sanchez and Abdülkerim Bardakcı. At left-back, Eren Elmalı is expected to continue in his role, while Uğurcan Çakır is expected to continue in goal.
LEMINA IN PLACE OF TORREIRA
Lucas Torreira and Ugochukwu, whose red-card suspensions continue, will not be able to play against Gençlerbirliği. In Torreira's absence, Mario Lemina is expected to return to the starting 11. While Gabriel Sara accompanies Lemina in midfield, Batrakov is planned to play behind the attack.
STAR PLAYERS PULLED TO THE BENCH
It has been learned that Okan Buruk is considering moving Yunus Akgün and Rafael Leao, who played in the Barcelona match, to the substitutes' bench. It is expected that Leroy Sane will be given a chance in the attacking line, while Victor Osimhen will play at the front. On the other hand, Okan Buruk, who has completed his suspension, will return to the pitch at the helm of his team in the Gençlerbirliği match. The Gençlerbirliği-Galatasaray clash will start on Saturday, October 17 at 16.00.