20.08.2026 16:11
Galatasaray's new transfer Aleksei Batrakov has arrived in Istanbul. The suitcases brought by the 21-year-old Russian footballer, who is stepping into his first period in Turkey, drew attention. After Batrakov came to Turkey with a full 15 suitcases, humorous comments were made such as, '14 belong to his wife, 1 belongs to him.'
Alekei Batrakov, with whom Galatasaray has begun official talks for his transfer, has set foot in Istanbul. It was noteworthy that the young footballer brought many items with him while coming to Turkey. Batrakov's luggage at the airport was seen to number 15.
"14 ARE HIS WIFE'S, 1 IS HIS"
While Batrakov's arrival in Istanbul with 15 suitcases drew attention, the sight of the suitcases also brought along humorous comments. Regarding the large number of suitcases with the young footballer, humorous comments were made such as, "14 are his wife's, 1 is his."
FIRST EXPERIENCE ABROAD
Batrakov, who began his career at Lokomotiv Moscow, will play football outside his country, Russia, for the first time with the Galatasaray transfer. The 21-year-old footballer, after arriving in Istanbul, stated that this is his first experience abroad in his career, saying, "It's my first experience abroad. I hope everything will be good for me."
"GALATASARAY FANS ARE THE MOST PASSIONATE FANS IN EUROPE"
Batrakov also made striking statements about Galatasaray fans. The Russian footballer expressed his thoughts about the yellow-red stands by saying, "Galatasaray fans are the most passionate fans in Europe."
A FIRST IN GALATASARAY HISTORY
With his transfer, Batrakov also achieved a first in Galatasaray's 121-year history. The young player became the first Russian footballer in the history of the yellow-red club. After the completion of Batrakov's transfer procedures, who has arrived in Istanbul, he is expected to begin his new era at Galatasaray.