Can Uzun the top target, but 60m release clause looms
Galatasaray want Eintracht Frankfurt's Can Uzun as the marquee summer signing. The 20-year-old Turkish international has a €60m release clause, and the club is reportedly preparing a €40m opening bid (1). President Dursun Özbek and Okan Buruk discussed Uzun at a transfer summit this week, alongside Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran (5). Özbek confirmed: "Transfer çalışmalarımız başladı!" (4). Sky Germany reports Frankfurt are holding firm, with no formal offer on the table yet.
Icardi era nearing its end as striker returns to Argentina
Mauro Icardi has left Istanbul and returned to Argentina, with a decision on his future expected soon (3). If the Argentine departs, Jhon Duran is the name lined up to replace him (5). Icardi scored 22 goals and provided eight assists this season, but the club appears ready to move on.
Rafael Leao talks underway with Milan
Galatasaray have opened negotiations with Milan over Rafael Leao. Reports suggest the two clubs are discussing figures around €60m for the Portuguese winger (2). This would be a statement signing if it goes through.
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Okan Buruk eyes Tottenham forward
Buruk has identified a versatile Tottenham forward who can play both on the wing and through the middle. Talks are reportedly at an early stage (7).
Galatasaray win Mourinho court case
An Istanbul court has ruled in Galatasaray's favor in a moral damages lawsuit brought by Jose Mourinho. The case stems from comments made during the heated Süper Lig title race (6).
Özbek targets 27th title after Ankara celebration
The freshly crowned champions celebrated their 26th league title in Ankara this week. President Özbek addressed the crowd: "27'nci şampiyonluk topun ağzında. 27'nci şampiyonluğu kutlamak için de önümüzdeki sene inşallah burada oluruz" (8) (9).
Fan reactions
The Can Uzun pursuit is splitting opinion. Some fans are excited about a homegrown Turkish talent leading the line, while others question the €60m price tag and point to the near-miss with Ismael Saibari, who was reportedly done from PSV before the 10+4 foreign player rule killed the deal, he is now heading to Bayern Munich instead. The Icardi farewell has hit harder, with supporters acknowledging his contributions but sensing the time is right. Read more on the subreddit
