Galatasaray president Dursun Özbek has publicly reaffirmed his full confidence in head coach Okan Buruk. The statement comes in the wake of a 4-0 away defeat to Trabzonspor in the Süper Lig's sixth round, aiming to quell speculation about the club's management.
Özbek detailed his continuous communication with Buruk following the heavy loss. "As we are always in contact with our coach Okan, I personally called him after the Trabzonspor match to tell him not to be demoralised and that our trust in him is complete," he said. The president also met Buruk face-to-face at the Florya Metin Oktay Training Facilities after training on Sunday.
Their discussion focused on the team's current situation and the process ahead. Özbek criticised those who treat Galatasaray's dropped points as an opportunity to disturb the club and its fans, noting that voices silent during victories produce crisis scenarios after a single negative result.
His message was unequivocal: "Our belief and trust in Okan Buruk was complete yesterday; it is complete today as well." Özbek stated that under Buruk's management, the club has moved forward with belief and determination for four years and will continue to do so. Acknowledging the fans' disappointment, he stressed that the management, technical staff, players, and the vast Galatasaray supporter base will act as one fist and never deviate from their objectives.
Those objectives include winning a fifth consecutive Süper Lig title and progressing towards European goals. The team currently sits second in the league with 13 points from six games, with a recent form of three wins and two losses in their last five outings. Top scorer Victor Osimhen has netted 6 goals in 4 appearances this season.
The immediate focus now shifts to the next fixture against Kasımpaşa at home on October 9th. Kasımpaşa are currently eighth in the table. Galatasaray aims to reinforce internal unity and prepare for the demanding season ahead with this clear vote of confidence.
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