"The man who best proves the saying 'Age is just a number': Volkan Demirel."

29.03.2026 17:50

Volkan Demirel, 44 years old, who manages the Süper Lig team Gençlerbirliği, returned to the goal during training after many years. The young coach drew attention with his saves and reflexes.

The 44-year-old experienced coach Volkan Demirel, who manages the Trendyol Super League team Gençlerbirliği, stepped into the goal during training sessions held during the national break, giving hints of his old days after many years.

HE CAUGHT ATTENTION WITH HIS SAVES AND REFLEXES

The former national goalkeeper, who took his place in goal during a part of the training held in Antalya by Gençlerbirliği, drew attention with his saves and reflexes during the shots taken by his players.

"AGE IS JUST A NUMBER, QUALITY IS ALWAYS PERMANENT"

In the footage shared by Gençlerbirliği Club on social media, the young coach, who made consecutive fantastic saves, also delighted football fans. Comments made about Volkan Demirel included, "He even wiped the dust from our eyes at this age," and "Age is just a number. Quality is always permanent."

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