Okan Buruk sat down at the table with the big club.

After parting ways with Ivan Juric and continuing their search for a head coach, the Italian Serie A team Roma has approached Okan Buruk, who has broken record after record with Galatasaray.

THEY HELD A MEETING

According to a report from the Italian press outlet TuttoMercatoWeb, Roma held a meeting with Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk, who is among the candidates. The name of Vincenzo Montella, the legendary coach of the national team, was also mentioned in connection with the Italian club.

OKAN BURUK GAVE A NEGATIVE RESPONSE

Before reaching out to Vincenzo Montella and Claudio Ranieri, Roma contacted Okan Buruk and received a negative response from the experienced coach. The 51-year-old coach stated that he did not wish to leave Galatasaray and thanked the officials of the Italian club.

GALATASARAY PERFORMANCE

Galatasaray's head coach Okan Buruk has managed the team since July 2022, leading the yellow-reds in 113 matches. The 51-year-old coach achieved 6 victories, 12 draws, and 15 losses in these matches. Having spent 3 seasons, Buruk celebrated Trendyol Super League championships in both of the last 2 seasons with Cimbom.