Mert Hakan's first words after regaining his freedom months later: "Our community has shown that it is a friend in bad times."

Mert Hakan's first words after regaining his freedom months later:

03.04.2026 17:24

Mert Hakan Yandaş, who was released as part of the betting investigation, expressed his gratitude to the community and stated that he wants to reunite with his family and return to the team.

The released Fenerbahçe football player Mert Hakan Yandaş made his first statement after leaving the courthouse. Yandaş's words were filled with emotional moments.

“I'M TIRED, I DON'T WANT TO TALK MUCH”

Speaking to the press, Mert Hakan Yandaş stated that he was tired after the process he went through, saying, “I’m a bit tired. I don’t want to say much.”

After months, he regains his freedom

“OUR COMMUNITY WAS BY MY SIDE”

Thanking the Fenerbahçe community, Yandaş said, “Our community showed that it is a friend in difficult times. I want to express my endless gratitude to everyone in our community who stood by me.”

“I WANT TO REUNITE WITH MY FAMILY”

The football player also expressed his first wish after the release, sharing his feelings with the words, “I want to reunite with my family as soon as possible.”

“I WANT TO RETURN TO THE TEAM”

Yandaş stated that the process has come to an end, saying, “Thank God it’s over. I want to return to the team as soon as possible and contribute. I am happy.”

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