First game for ex-Bayern star
This is how Leroy Sané’s debut for Galatasaray was
07/26/2025 – 10:23 pmReading time: 1 min.
The Turkish record champion clearly prevails in a friendly. The focus is on the German newcomer – although the game had not yet started.
Leroy Sané played his first game in the jersey of Galatasaray Istanbul. The 29-year-old came into play on Saturday in the 3-1 test game against Racing Strasbourg in the 75th minute-for him the former Freiburg Roland Sallai left the place.
Even before kick-off, the newcomer in the Rams Park had presented the fans. Sané heated up the mood with gestures – the reception was loud. Only two days earlier, the German international had entered the Turkish master’s training.
After five years at Bayern, Sané had signed a contract in Istanbul until 2028. “In my view, the decisive factor for the change was that he played with Bavaria twice against us-once in Istanbul, once in Munich. The atmosphere in Istanbul was gigantic, which was packed,” said Gala coach hurricane Buruk at Sky.
The 25-time Turkish champion will compete in the Champions League in the coming season. According to his own statements, Sané wants to “take on an absolute leadership role” and also recommend constant services for the German national team and the 2026 World Cup.
The next test game will be on August 2 against Lazio Rome. The league start follows on August 8th with an away game at Gaziatep FK.