31.10.2026 19:52
Galatasaray's former Brazilian footballer came to Istanbul for a program he will attend. Melo, who made statements, commented, "Fatih Terim is my father. He is the best in football."
Former Brazilian footballer Felipe Melo, who once played for Galatasaray, came to Istanbul for a program he will take part in on digital media.
GREAT INTEREST IN FELIPE MELO
Melo, who landed at Istanbul Airport on a flight from Sao Paulo, answered questions from members of the press there. Meanwhile, Felipe Melo, who did not turn down his fans' requests for autographs and photos, attracted the attention of supporters with the Turkish expressions he used.
''MY BIGGEST CIMBOM BROTHER''
When asked "Do you miss Galatasaray?", Melo replied, "May Galatasaray win, may they be champions," and responded to a fan who called out to him in Turkish, "Biggest Cimbom," by saying, "My biggest Cimbom brother."
''I RESPECT FENERBAHÇE''
When asked about his thoughts on Fenerbahçe, Felipe Melo said, "Fenerbahçe is a good club and has good fans. I respect them, but I love Galatasaray."
''TERIM IS MY FATHER''
Regarding Technical Director Fatih Terim, with whom he worked together at Galatasaray for many years, Melo said, "Fatih Terim is my father. He is the best in football. I don't understand why he is not with the national team, but I still respect him."