Kerem Demirbay: I won't have a bad relationship with any player as long as there is no disrespect.

29.05.2025 19:50

Galatasaray's experienced midfielder Kerem Demirbay made statements after the 25th championship. Speaking about the competition for the starting position with Gabriel Sara, Demirbay said, "As long as there is no disrespect, I will not have any issues with any player. I have not seen any disrespect from my brother Gabriel Sara."

Experienced player Kerem Demirbay, who became champion with Galatasaray in the Super League, made statements to A Spor. Kerem Demirbay touched on many topics, from the atmosphere within the team to the competition for the jersey.

'WE ARE CHAMPIONS, WE ARE COMFORTABLE'

Kerem Demirbay, who said he is in a good mood with the incoming championship, stated, 'First of all, of course, I am in a good mood. We are champions, we are comfortable. We did everything to get here. That's why we are comfortable.'

'THE REASON IS NOT QUALITY, IT'S CHARACTER'

Touching on the impact of the family environment in the team on the championship, Kerem Demirbay said, 'First of all, if you want to create a family environment, you need to be a family. We are a family. We are a big community, and the atmosphere of our family is very clear: We became champions. The reason for this is not just the quality of the players. It is character. It is the character of our staff. I want to thank them. Our family is very big, very positive, and beautiful.'

THE COMPETITION WITH GABRIEL SARA

The star player also spoke about the competition for the jersey with Gabriel Sara, saying, 'As long as there is no disrespect, I won't be on bad terms with any player. I haven't seen any disrespect from my brother Gabriel Sara. I want to play, yes. I want to play next season too. But he is a good kid. That's why he is here.'

'I SENT A MESSAGE TO XABI ALONSO'

Kerem Demirbay also mentioned that he sent a message to Xabi Alonso, who took over as head coach of Real Madrid, saying, 'Honestly, I sent him a message saying 'congratulations'. Good character, I really like him. A great player, a great coach, and he probably got exactly what he wanted. I wish him success at Real Madrid. I send my regards to his family, children, and aunt.'

'MAY THEY BE IN GOD'S CARE'

Kerem Demirbay expressed his gratitude to the Galatasaray fans, stating, 'They supported us throughout the entire season. They played a big role in us getting here. The rain during the celebration was a bit unlucky, but I love them all very much. I respect them, and they respect me too. I love good, beautiful people. May they be in God's care, and may it continue like this.'