29.09.2025 17:23
The clause in Mario Lemina's contract, whose playing time has decreased at Galatasaray, has come to light. After İlkay Gündoğan's transfer, Lemina lost his place in the starting eleven, and his contract includes a condition that he must be in the starting lineup for 60% of the matches. However, so far, Lemina has only been in the starting lineup for 50% of the matches, failing to meet this criterion. If Lemina does not play in the starting eleven, he will leave at the end of the season.
Mario Lemina, who was transferred from Premier League team Wolverhampton to Galatasaray last season, lost his position in the midfield after İlkay Gündoğan's transfer. Following this situation, the Gabonese midfielder's future at Galatasaray is in jeopardy.
CLAUSE IN HIS CONTRACT REVEALED
Although Lemina started in the starting eleven for 4 of the 8 matches Galatasaray played in the league and the Champions League, it has been revealed that he has an option for one more year despite his contract expiring at the end of the season. However, the activation of this option depends on the 32-year-old player's performance and the number of matches he will play in the starting eleven.
NEEDS TO BE IN THE STARTING ELEVEN FOR 60% OF THE MATCHES
Mario Lemina, whose contract with Galatasaray continues until June 2026, will remain a Galatasaray player for one more year if he plays in the starting eleven for 60% of the matches. So far, Lemina has been in the starting lineup for 50% of the matches and has not yet met the option criteria. If Lemina, who has lost his position, cannot regain his place in the starting eleven, he will leave the team at the end of the season.
SEASON PERFORMANCE
This season, Lemina has played 315 minutes in 6 matches, but he has not contributed with any goals or assists in these matches.