13.10.2026 18:00
Shakhtar Donetsk head coach Arda Turan spoke after his name was linked with the Turkish National Team head coaching job. Denying the claims, the young coach said, "After a long time, seeing people unite around my name is exciting. I thank you endlessly for this favor. But perhaps, as a young coach, I could stay on the field more, improve myself more at a young age, and continue better in places where my country's flag is not present."
Shakhtar Donetsk head coach Arda Turan gave a clear response to claims linking his name to the Turkish national team head coach position ahead of the Champions League match against AEK.
ARDA TURAN PUT AN END TO IT
Stating that he does not currently consider taking over the Turkish national team, Arda Turan said, "After a long time, seeing people unite around my name is exciting. I thank you endlessly for this support. But perhaps, as a young coach, I could stay on the pitch more, improve myself more at a young age, and continue better in places where my country's flag is not present."
''I AM BOUND WITH INFINITE LOYALTY''
Continuing his remarks, Arda Turan said, "As a young coach, I want to stay in Europe, improve myself, and wave our flag in different geographies. I have an ongoing contract with Shakhtar Donetsk, and I am bound with infinite loyalty to the promise I made to my players here."