Galatasaray, the leader of the Super League, adorns the headlines in the European press with its transfer agenda as well as its success on the field. Mauro Icardi, the world-famous star of the yellow-reds, has been seriously linked with the Italian giant Juventus in recent days. While the allegations in the Italian media that “Icardi was offered a 1.5-year contract” worried Galatasaray fans, the details of the transfer became a matter of curiosity. The expected flash statement came from the most authoritative voice on the subject, Juventus Football Director Giorgio Chiellini. While Chiellini confirmed that the Argentinian striker was recommended to them, he made clear statements about the transfer. Here are the details…
WILL ICARDI GO TO JUVENTUS?
According to allegations that were widely echoed in the Italian press, it was claimed that Serie A giant Juventus had once again diverted its route to Türkiye in order to strengthen its offensive line. In the news before Galatasaray’s critical match against Kayserispor, it was claimed that Juventus was preparing an attractive 1.5-year contract offer for Mauro Icardi. While the Argentinian star’s familiarity with Italian football and his past top scorers fueled the fire of this transfer, yellow-red fans asked “Is Icardi leaving the team?” He was worried. However, last minute developments have proven that this transfer is nothing more than a claim at this stage.
STATEMENT FROM CHIELLINI
The official statement that calmed the transfer storm came from Juventus’ legendary name and current football director Giorgio Chiellini. Speaking on behalf of the Turin representative, Chiellini confirmed that the name of Mauro Icardi was on the table, but set a clear set for the process. The Italian football player made the following striking statements in his statement following the news about Icardi:
“Icardi’s transfer to Juventus was just an idea, but This transfer will not happen. Yes, Icardi has been offered to us, but as a club we do not have any official offer, a meeting with the player side or any ongoing process at the moment.”
ICARDI STATEMENT FROM OKAN BURUK
Defeating Zecorner Kayserispor 4-0 at home in the 20th week of the Trendyol Super League, Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk made important statements after the match. Buruk, “Will Mauro Icardi leave, is there any offer?” He answered the question with the following statements:
“Nothing came to me. Did it come to our managers? I don’t know anything clear. Mauro Icardi is valuable and important to us. He contributed in terms of goals when he played. We know how valuable he is to our community every time he enters the field, every time he starts. Today he equaled a record. It shows how valuable he is to Galatasaray. We are happy that he is here. He has contributed to the championships. If Galatasaray is in this situation today, he has made an incredible effort. Nothing has come to us. There is nothing that can be done by us. He will continue with us.” We think.”
