20.05.2026 09:31
It has been claimed that Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk met with former Fenerbahçe striker Vedat Muriqi. The Kosovar star, who is open to returning to Turkey, is expected to have official steps taken for his transfer.
In Galatasaray, which is continuing its new season transfer efforts, a surprising name has come to the fore. It has been claimed that the red-yellow team has taken action for Fenerbahçe's former striker Vedat Muriqi.
OKAN BURUK PERSONALLY CALLED
According to a report from Sözcü, Galatasaray Technical Director Okan Buruk had a phone conversation with Vedat Muriqi, who plays for Mallorca. It was stated that the experienced coach wants to see the Kosovan striker in his squad for the new season.
RİZESPOR DETAIL
Okan Buruk and Vedat Muriqi had previously worked together at Çaykur Rizespor. The Kosovan forward had drawn attention with his performance at Rizespor under Buruk's management.
WARM TO RETURNING TO TURKEY
The report stated that Vedat Muriqi is positively inclined toward the idea of playing in Turkey again. It was conveyed that official steps could be taken between the parties in the coming days.
SCORED 17 GOALS AT FENERBAHÇE
Vedat Muriqi had a major breakthrough with Fenerbahçe in the 2019-2020 season. The Kosovan striker contributed 17 goals and 7 assists in 36 matches wearing the yellow-navy jersey.
GALATASARAY'S FORWARD PLAN
It was learned that while Galatasaray continues contract negotiations with Mauro Icardi, it is also working on alternative names. It is being said that the Vedat Muriqi transfer has created great excitement among the red-yellow fans as well.