18.06.2026 23:00
Galatasaray, aiming to build a competitive squad in the UEFA Champions League, has added Raul Asencio, who played under Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid, to its agenda to strengthen the defense line.
After winning the championship in the Süper Lig, Galatasaray has set its sights entirely on the Champions League and has rolled up its sleeves to build a strong squad capable of achieving success in the major organization.
GALATASARAY WANTS FROM REAL MADRID
The priority of the yellow-red management in transfers is to strengthen the defensive line. Accordingly, Raul Asencio, the young defender of Real Madrid coached by Jose Mourinho, has been added to the top of the list.
FUTURE UNCERTAIN
It has been claimed that the Spanish giant Real Madrid is considering strengthening its defensive line with new signings as part of its new season planning, and this situation has made Raul Asencio's future at the club uncertain. The 23-year-old center-back, who wants to continue his development and regularly play in the starting eleven, is reportedly very open to evaluating offers from a competitive team playing in the Champions League.
BIG ADVANTAGE: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
The fact that Galatasaray will directly appear in the Champions League arena greatly strengthens the yellow-reds' hand in this transfer. The young footballer's desire to be part of a project where he can both showcase himself on the European stage and find regular playing time has placed Galatasaray in an advantageous position in this transfer race.
LOAN FORMULA IN PLAY
It has been stated that the Spanish club may approve the loan option for the versatile footballer, who was raised in the Real Madrid academy and can play in both center-back and right-back positions. Galatasaray's management, which is closely monitoring the player's situation, is expected to begin official contacts soon to mature the transfer conditions.