11.10.2026 16:50
While the search for a new head coach continues for the Turkish National Team after Vincenzo Montella, an Arda Turan surprise is unfolding. It has been claimed that the 39-year-old coach, who manages Shakhtar Donetsk, has come to Istanbul and will meet with TFF President İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu.
After parting ways with Vincenzo Montella, while it remains a matter of curiosity who will be the new head coach of the Turkish National Football Team, a claim that dropped like a bombshell onto the agenda was put forward.
''ARDA TURAN HAS COME TO ISTANBUL'' CLAIM
It was alleged that Arda Turan, who manages Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk, came to Istanbul to meet with the TFF for the Turkish National Team head coaching position. According to the claims; on Friday evening, Shakhtar Donetsk head coach Arda Turan, whose team defeated Veres 3-0 away in the Ukrainian Premier League, landed in Istanbul by plane immediately after the match. It was stated that the young coach would meet with Turkish Football Federation President İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu and evaluate the possibility of taking charge of the national team.
UKRAINE PERFORMANCE
After his successful performance at Eyüpspor, the 39-year-old coach, who took over Ukrainian giant Shakhtar Donetsk, has so far coached the team in 61 official matches. In these matches, Turan has achieved 40 wins, 12 draws and 9 losses, averaging 2.16 points per match and displaying a remarkable record.