15.06.2026 17:30
While the uncertainty surrounding Mauro Icardi at Galatasaray continues, the Argentine striker's agent, Elio Pino, held a meeting with President Dursun Özbek and made a striking demand on behalf of his player. It was reported that Dursun Özbek got angry at the request from Icardi's camp and called the player's side out, saying, "This is Galatasaray!" Here are the details...
A critical development has occurred regarding the future of Argentine striker Mauro Icardi at Süper Lig giant Galatasaray.
GALATASARAY'S OFFER TO ICARDI
In recent days, the red-and-yellow management offered the Argentine striker a new 1+1 year contract worth approximately 5 million euros annually.
SURPRISING DEMAND FROM ICARDI'S CAMP
However, Elio Pino, the agent of the star player who has not yet given a clear response, made a surprising demand during his latest meeting with President Dursun Özbek, requesting a guarantee of playing time for his client on the field.
DURSUN ÖZBEK'S ULTIMATUM: 'THIS IS GALATASARAY!'
It was reported that President Dursun Özbek could not contain his anger at this demand and issued an ultimatum to the player's side. Özbek responded to this demand very harshly and clearly, saying, 'This is Galatasaray! Neither your wishes nor mine will prevail; what Galatasaray wants will happen. As president, I cannot tell my head coach, 'You have to play Icardi in at least 20 matches.''
DECISION AWAITED
Depending on the final decision of Icardi, who is on holiday and evaluating other offers, the red-and-yellow club's roadmap for the second striker transfer will become clear.