14.11.2025 16:33
It has been reported that Beşiktaş's head coach Sergen Yalçın told those close to him regarding the Rafa Silva crisis, "Since the day I took charge at Beşiktaş, Rafa Silva has expressed a desire to retire from football and leave the team. We tried to resolve it, but it didn't work out. This situation negatively affects both me and the team."
While the Rafa Silva crisis in Beşiktaş continues to grow, statements made by head coach Sergen Yalçın to his close circle regarding the issue have emerged. The claim that the Portuguese star has wanted to retire from football for months has drawn attention.
SPECIAL PERMISSION UNTIL NOVEMBER 15 FROM RAFA SILVA
The club announced that the experienced player has received special permission until the evening of Saturday, November 15, to meet with his family and manager. On the same day, a press conference regarding the player's future will be held with the participation of President Serdal Adalı and head coach Sergen Yalçın.
"RAFA HAS WANTED TO LEAVE SINCE I TOOK OFFICE"
While it is debated whether Rafa Silva will stay in the team, according to a report by Milliyet, head coach Sergen Yalçın has been seriously affected by this process. It has been learned that Yalçın told his close circle, "Since the day I took office at Beşiktaş, Rafa Silva has had the desire to retire from football and leave the team. We tried to resolve the situation, but it didn't work. This situation negatively affects both me and the team."