Galatasaray's Transfer Plan: A "Number 10" and Budget Discipline
According to information shared by journalist Ali Naci Küçük on Dici Futbol, Galatasaray are holding their final foreign-player slot for a major "number 10" signing. Can Uzun, Bruno Fernandes, and Rafael Leao are among the names in the mix.
No Panic at Galatasaray: A Strategy Built Around Big Names
Galatasaray's management is reportedly resisting fan pressure to make rushed signings this transfer window, instead focusing on "the right, high-impact" names. Budget discipline is said to be a core priority, with the club avoiding deals that would disrupt internal salary balance — the Bernardo Silva case is cited as a clear example of this approach. Management is also said to be deliberately staying off social media to avoid being swayed by fan pressure or manipulative reporting.
Where Things Stand in the Current Squad
Mario Lemina's situation has been resolved: he's signed a new two-year contract, the €350,000 agent fee has been settled, and he's now part of the club's Austria training camp.
For Davinson Sanchez, an offer from Como worth up to €33 million with bonuses has been turned down. The reasoning given is that replacing him with a player of similar quality would cost Galatasaray €35-40 million — a gap that made the club reluctant to sell.
Wilfred Singo's situation tells a different story: despite a formal offer from Inter, the move reportedly didn't happen because the player himself wants to play in the Premier League.
The Last Foreign Slot: Reserved for a Big "Number 10"
According to the reporting, Galatasaray are keeping their final foreign-player registration slot specifically for a major number 10 signing. The name at the center of this is Can Uzun. Frankfurt's initial asking price of €60 million is reportedly being negotiated down to the €40-45 million range, driven by market conditions and the player's own preference.
Other "A-plus" names said to be on the club's radar for this slot include Bruno Fernandes and Brahim Diaz. Separately, it's reported that Milan — looking to move on from Rafael Leao — have offered him to Fenerbahçe instead, given Galatasaray's foreign-slot situation.
Internal Club Matters: Kartal vs. Buruk, and the Maruf Güneş Case
Comments from head coach İsmail Kartal emphasizing his side as "the team that's collected the most points" have reportedly drawn criticism, with Okan Buruk's Champions League achievements and league records cited in response.
Separately, regarding board member Maruf Güneş's detention over betting allegations, it's emphasized that the legal process is still ongoing and that no final ruling has been made — with a call to avoid "trial by media" until the matter is legally resolved.
This article is based on content published by Ali Naci Küçük on the Dici Futbol YouTube channel.
