The new contract had been extended! The star of Galatasaray is already considering leaving.

The new contract had been extended! The star of Galatasaray is already considering leaving.

10.07.2024 17:00

37-year-old Dries Mertens, who signed a new 1-year contract with Galatasaray, has decided to leave Turkey after his contract expires. The Belgian star, whom the yellow-red team wants to join the coaching staff, has not yet decided whether to become a coach or not, but he wants to continue his life with his family in Italy.

Belgian star Dries Mertens, who had planned to end his active football career last season under normal circumstances, signed a new 1-year contract with Galatasaray due to both his recent outstanding performance and the insistence of the club. The experienced player, who was expected to join the technical staff after his contract expired, has made his decision.

DETERMINED TO LEAVE TURKEY

It was desired that the Belgian star would also join the technical staff at Galatasaray after his contract expired. According to Fanatik's report, Mertens is now quite determined to leave Turkey.

WANTS TO RETURN TO ITALY

It is stated that the 37-year-old Mertens, who has not yet made a clear decision about coaching, wants to continue his life in Italy with his family.

GALATASARAY PERFORMANCE

Dries Mertens played a total of 84 matches in his 2 seasons at Galatasaray. The Belgian star scored 19 goals and provided 23 assists in these matches.

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