Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek's Statements
Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek, made important statements on the television program he attended on A Spor. Özbek made striking statements about the difficulties the club faced and its relations with the federation.
Names They Supported in the Elections
Özbek said, “We supported Mr. Hacıosmanoğlu in the elections. However, we are not at all happy with the attitude taken against Galatasaray Club since then. This is very clear.” This statement revealed the discomfort within the club.
Relations with the Federation
Dursun Özbek expressed his concern about the course of his relations with the TFF. He expressed his reaction with the statement, “The statements made by the federation president put the club and the judiciary under suspicion.” At this point, he emphasized how the federation’s attitudes affected Galatasaray.
Football Player Health and Match Schedule
Özbek stated that they sent a letter to the TFF, prioritizing the health of the players. “After the European match we played on Thursday, we wanted to play on Monday, just like our opponents. However, this request was turned down,” he said. He also drew attention to the difficulties experienced regarding match dates.
Criticisms on Referee Performances
The chairman criticized the referees' performance by saying, "A referee with a criminal record failed in the Trabzon match last season. The appointment of such referees to Galatasaray matches worries us."
Galatasaray's Goals and Search for Justice
Özbek stated that Galatasaray is a fighting team and said, “We have no other demand than our search for justice. It is unnecessary for those who promise but do not fulfill it to sit there.” At this point, he focused on the effects of the TFF's past attitudes on the Galatasaray community.
Structure and Games
Stating that football in Turkey is a game played against Galatasaray, Özbek said, “I don’t know what this structure is. But it is clear who the structure works for.” This statement increased the tension in the competitive environment.
Focus on the Goal and Fight Against Competitors
Özbek, who said, "There are those who speak with the mouth of our opponent. No one can affect our success," stated that Galatasaray will continue to focus on its 5th star target. This determination created a sense of unity within the community.
Financial Situation and Debts
While evaluating Galatasaray's financial situation, he said, "It is imperative that we leave the Banking Union." Özbek emphasized the importance of financial discipline with his statement, "We have developed various plans to pay off the 2,6 billion TL debt."
Transfer Policy and the Future
Özbek put an end to speculations such as freezing Icardi's contract, saying, "There is no such thing." He also shared his plans for the squad structure, saying, "We will reinforce the positions we are missing in the mid-season transfer period."
As a result
These statements made by Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek reveal the dynamics within the club and the fighting spirit in Turkish football. These statements by Özbek constitute an important agenda item not only for the Galatasaray community but for all football fans.
