Galatasaray's transfer efforts have gained momentum ahead of the new season, but three local defenders proposed for the defense have been vetoed by coach Okan Buruk. The experienced coach believes a more high-level defender is needed.

How are transfer efforts progressing?

Galatasaray's approaches for Samet Akaydin, Ümit Akdağ, and Emin Bayram have been canceled. Following this development, Galatasaray is expected to continue working on signing higher-profile foreign or local alternatives who can directly compete for a starting spot.

What is Okan Buruk's view?

Coach Okan Buruk did not give a positive report for the proposed signings of Emin Bayram, Ümit Akdağ, and Samet Akaydin. Buruk wants a more high-profile transfer that can create direct competition for a starting spot.

What is Galatasaray's league situation?

League StatusGalatasaray
League Position1st
Points77
Wins24
Draws5
Losses5
Goals Scored77
Goals Conceded30
Goal Difference+47

Galatasaray plans to take steps for the transfer of Can Uzun after the World Cup. The club will continue working on signing higher-profile foreign or local alternatives for the defense.