22.05.2026 10:20
Arda Turan, whose name is linked with Beşiktaş, said, 'Being associated with a great club like Beşiktaş is an honor.' The young coach also emphasized that he has big goals with Shakhtar Donetsk.
Arda Turan, whose name has been mentioned among Beşiktaş's technical director candidates, spoke for the first time about his future. The young coach's statements drew attention.
BEŞİKTAŞ CLAIMS HAD BEEN ON THE AGENDA
After parting ways with Sergen Yalçın, Beşiktaş continued its search for a technical director, and Arda Turan's name came up. It was claimed that the young coach, who had a successful season with Shakhtar Donetsk, was on the black-and-white club's list.
HE SPOKE AFTER THE MATCH
Arda Turan answered questions from the press after Shakhtar Donetsk's 1-0 loss to Kolos. The young manager made striking remarks regarding the Beşiktaş rumors.
“IT'S AN HONOR FOR ME”
Arda Turan said, "Being mentioned alongside a big club like Beşiktaş is an honor and a pride for me." However, the young coach also emphasized that they have set big goals with Shakhtar Donetsk.
“MY FUTURE IS QUITE BRIGHT”
In the continuation of his statement, Turan said, "We have dreamed big together with our management, and my future is quite bright." These words were interpreted as the young coach being closer to staying at Shakhtar for now.
HE BECAME CHAMPION IN UKRAINE
Arda Turan won the Ukrainian Premier League championship with Shakhtar Donetsk this season. The young coach also managed to take his team to the semi-finals in the UEFA Conference League.
THEY MISSED THE FINAL
Shakhtar Donetsk was eliminated by English representative Crystal Palace in the Conference League semi-finals. The Ukrainian team lost the chance to reach the final with a total score of 5-2 after two matches.