18.08.2026 13:50
Former Eyüpspor President Murat Özkaya, who was arrested and imprisoned for approximately 6 months within the scope of the 'illegal betting and match-fixing in football' investigation and then released under house arrest, has been issued a 3-month restraining order following an application by his ex-girlfriend Müge Ç.
Murat Özkaya, the former president of Eyüpspor, who was arrested as part of the "illegal betting and match-fixing in football" investigation and released under judicial control in the form of house arrest after spending about 6 months in prison, has now become embroiled in a legal dispute with his ex-girlfriend.
ARRESTED IN THE "ILLEGAL BETTING AND MATCH-FIXING IN FOOTBALL" INVESTIGATION
Murat Özkaya, the former president of Eyüpspor, was detained on November 7, 2025, as part of the "illegal betting and match-fixing in football" investigation. Following his procedures, Özkaya was arrested and sent to prison on November 10. During the investigation process, a trustee was also appointed to the management of Eyüpspor.
A release decision was made for Özkaya, who remained in custody for about 6 months, on May 6, 2026. The court ruled for his release under the judicial control measure of house arrest.
HE WENT TO COURT WITH HIS EX-GIRLFRIEND AFTER RELEASE
After Özkaya's release, a legal process began this time regarding his ex-girlfriend Müge Ç. According to the information in the file, Müge Ç., who works as a senior executive at an automotive company, had a romantic relationship with Murat Özkaya for a period in past years. The couple broke up in 2025.
According to the allegations, Özkaya displayed persistent behavior to re-enter Müge Ç.'s life after the breakup. It was claimed that he continued this attitude even after being released and tried to communicate with Müge Ç. despite being blocked on his phone.
ALLEGATION OF "FORCING HER TO MARRY"
Müge Ç. applied to the Istanbul Family Court for protection, claiming that Murat Özkaya was forcing her to marry him and engaging in intimidating behavior. The court, evaluating the application, decided that Murat Özkaya should stay away from his ex-girlfriend Müge Ç. for a period of 3 months.
ÖZKAYA OBJECTED
Murat Özkaya objected to the court's decision and denied the allegations against him. He argued that the claims were abstract and that attempts were being made to damage his reputation. The court, however, rejected Özkaya's objection. Thus, the 3-month restraining order issued upon Müge Ç.'s application continued.