16.02.2026 16:44
Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk made statements to the Italian press ahead of the crucial match against Juventus in the Champions League Round of 16 playoff. Buruk's words about Hakan Çalhanoğlu, "We will wait with open arms," became a topic of discussion as a transfer message.
Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk made striking statements to the Italian press before the critical match against Juventus in the Champions League round of 16 playoffs. Buruk's words especially created a buzz with a transfer message.
"THE STADIUM IS TURNING INTO HELL"
Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the experienced coach highlighted Juventus's strengths, stating, "Spalletti is an unpredictable coach. Sometimes he plays with a four-man defense, sometimes with three. Juventus's attacking players are also unpredictable. Kenan Yıldız is a phenomenon. McKennie does not provide a reference point. Conceiçao is a very special player."
Emphasizing Galatasaray's European ambitions, Buruk said, "We have achieved success in the country for years. Now we want to show ourselves in Europe as well. On Champions League nights, our stadium literally turns into hell with our fans."
ICARDI – OSIMHEN – SANE – LANG MESSAGE
Referring to the attacking richness in the squad, Buruk noted, "When we transferred Osimhen, I had decided that we would play with two forwards, but Icardi got injured. Now both are at the highest level and can play together. Lang and Sané have also arrived. Choosing the starting eleven is not easy at all," highlighting the strong squad.
"WE WILL WAIT FOR ÇALHANOĞLU WITH OPEN ARMS"
The most talked-about part of the interview was his statement about Hakan Çalhanoğlu. Buruk said, "I know Hakan Çalhanoğlu well; he is a Galatasaray fan. Let's say... we are waiting for him with open arms." These words were interpreted as a possible transfer message for the star player.