Okan Buruk named the first player who will leave Galatasaray.

Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk made statements regarding players who might leave the team. Buruk also announced the first name that will leave the yellow-reds.

WAITING FOR NELSSON UNTIL JANUARY 13

Speaking to DHA and addressing Victor Nelsson, who is the first name on the agenda for departure, Okan Buruk stated that he wants the Danish defender to raise his training performance. Buruk mentioned that they have time until January 13 for Nelsson, saying, "After that, we need to discuss whether he wants to leave or stay."

Highlighting that Nelsson did not start the season well, Okan Buruk said, "Nelsson is a player who finds his rhythm a bit later. He neither showed his performance nor did we see it."

ZIYECH, UNHAPPY AND CLOSE TO LEAVING

Okan Buruk used clearer expressions regarding Hakim Ziyech, who is also on the agenda for departure. Buruk stated that he spoke with Ziyech and that the Moroccan player expressed his unhappiness with the time he has been given. Okan Buruk mentioned that Hakim Ziyech will talk to other teams once the transfer window opens, saying, "When these types of players are left on the bench, their body language may not be good. One thing is clear; he is unhappy because he is not playing and is close to leaving."

ZIYECH'S PERFORMANCE THIS SEASON

In the 2024/25 season, Hakim Ziyech, who played 11 matches in all competitions with the yellow-red jersey, recorded 1 assist during the 320 minutes he spent on the field. The 31-year-old player's current market value is shown as 7 million euros, and his contract expires at the end of the season.