Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk plans to give İlkay Gündoğan more playing time in the upcoming Süper Lig match against Kasımpaşa. The decision follows the experienced midfielder's positive performance in a friendly against Pendikspor during the international break.
The technical staff were pleased with Gündoğan's contribution to the team's organisation and passing play during the match. His discipline and high work rate in training were also noted. Buruk said, "It was learned that Okan Buruk was also satisfied with the experienced player's performance."
The match against Kasımpaşa represents a significant opportunity for the 35-year-old, who has played just 11 minutes across two appearances this season without a goal or assist. With his contract expiring at the end of the season and a market value of €1.5 million, the club aims to utilise his experience to increase squad depth for critical phases of the campaign.
Galatasaray are second in the league with 13 points, having won four of their last five matches. The team hosts eighth-placed Kasımpaşa at Nef Stadium on 9 October, aiming for three points to strengthen their league position. All squad details are available for this important week. The technical staff are closely monitoring players' physical conditions after the break and evaluating training performances, with increased competition for midfield places expected.
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