Return to Galatasaray
Galatasaray is on the verge of making an exciting signing as they prepare to bring back Aleksey Batrakov, a 21-year-old Russian star who recently left Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The club has reached a significant agreement with the player and is ready to pay the transfer fee.
Transfer Details and Salary Package
The transfer of Batrakov to Galatasaray is expected to be finalized soon. According to reports, the transfer fee for the 21-year-old is set at €20 million, with €16 million going to Lokomotiv Moscow and €4 million to the player's agent.
Galatasaray management is fully prepared to pay this amount and has already started negotiations with Batrakov. The deal seems close to being finalized, as there are no major obstacles in its path.
PSG Transfer Canceled
PSG had reached an agreement with Batrakov on all terms of the transfer. However, due to Russia's sanctions and technical director Luis Enrique's focus on other players, the deal was ultimately canceled at the last minute. This has left Batrakov looking towards Turkey as a potential destination.
Salary Package and Quota
If the transfer goes through, Batrakov is expected to earn an annual salary of €5 million from Galatasaray. It's worth noting that the player had previously agreed to this amount with PSG and also requested it from Galatasaray during negotiations.
The management is expected to make concessions in the final agreement, but the basic terms seem to be settled.
Profile and Quota Eligibility
Aleksey Batrakov is a young talent who turned 21 just a few months ago. He has already made an impact with his performances for Lokomotiv Moscow. During the last season, he played in 36 official matches and scored 17 goals while providing 12 assists, contributing to 29 total match actions.
At only 21 years old, Batrakov is also eligible for Turkey's +4 foreign young player quota, making him a valuable addition to the team. His impressive performance last season has made this transfer an important step for Galatasaray.
