06.09.2025 23:14
With the arrival of new transfers at Galatasaray, the system is changing. The yellow-reds will switch to a 4-2-3-1 formation in the match they will play next week, with İlkay Gündoğan as the brain of the attack.
The Super Lig giant Galatasaray is changing its in-game system with the addition of new transfers to the team.
NEW PLAN WITH ILKAY
Head coach Okan Buruk will revert to the 4-2-3-1 system with the arrival of İlkay, after applying different variations of his playing style over the last three seasons.
ILKAY AS NUMBER 10
With Dries Mertens aging in the yellow-red team, the direction of the attack will now be entrusted to İlkay Gündoğan. The experienced player will be the key figure connecting the attack line with stars like Victor Osimhen and Leroy Sane. İlkay will not only contribute to the build-up play but will also provide balance on the field with his experience and leadership.
RETURNING TO HIS POSITION
With the arrival of experienced player İlkay, another piece is falling into place at Galatasaray. Gabriel Sara, who has been playing in the number 10 position in recent weeks, will return to his original position as number 8. It was known that Okan Buruk wanted to establish a more balanced and passing-oriented structure in the new season. With the arrival of a player with high football intelligence like İlkay Gündoğan, the foundation for this plan has been laid. It is expected that Buruk will place İlkay in a central role in the 4-2-3-1 system, making both the midfield and the attack more effective.