Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan, in his article in the club magazine, stated that the claret-blue team has gained a unique place in Turkish football with its fighting spirit since the day it was founded, and said, “Today, it is very important to revive this spirit, implement a sustainable success model and open a new page in our history.” We are at a crossroads. Our fight against financial difficulties, on-field difficulties and injustices in Turkish football carries hope not only for today but also for the future. Getting rid of the 800 million TL interest burden has been one of the most important economic moves in the history of Trabzonspor. However, this is only the beginning. We continue to work determinedly to increase our income sources, stabilize sports success and make Trabzonspor debt-free. “It will no longer be left to chance,” he said.
“OUR STRUGGLE AGAINST INJUSTICE WILL CONTINUE”
“Our fight against the injustices in Turkish football is a struggle to defend the reputation of not only Trabzonspor, but also Turkish football. We are determined to defend our rights on the field, at the table and in every field,” said President Doğan, and continued: “Unfortunately, the current order of Turkish football is far from neutral and unfair.” Trabzonspor has to fight not only with its rivals on the field, but also with the flaws and mistakes of the system. This system threatens the reputation of not only Trabzonspor but also Turkish football. “We have never remained silent against any injustice until now, and we will not remain silent from now on. We will defend our rights to the end, on the field, at the table and in every field. This is not only the story of a club struggle, but also a story of a stance and a fight for justice.”
“WE HAVE A THREE-YEAR PLAN”
Stating that they went through a difficult period in terms of sports, Ertuğrul Doğan said, “However, great successes come with great transformations. Within the framework of the three-year plan we initiated under the leadership of our teacher Şenol Güneş, we are moving forward with the aim of recovery in the first year, renewal in the second year and sustainable success in the third year. Our infrastructure plays a central role in this process.” We believe that Trabzonspor College, which we will launch in partnership with Trabzon Metropolitan Municipality, will lead to the training of young talents and the recruitment of individuals suitable for Trabzonspor culture. “It will not only build Trabzonspor’s future,” he said.
“HE CAN NEVER GIVE UP FINANCIAL DISCIPLINE”
Trabzonspor Club President Doğan stated that financial discipline should never be given up and said, “In this historical process, it is of great importance that we come together as the Trabzonspor community and shape our future together. The ordinary general assembly with elections that we held in December is not just an election, it is critical for the future of our club.” It is a turning point. Trabzonspor’s future will be shaped by your ownership of this process. I would like to emphasize once again that Trabzonspor’s financial discipline should never be given up, whether I am there or not. “This discipline will be the most important cornerstone that will enable Trabzonspor to stand tall not only today but also in the future. Likewise, our loyalty to the sports structure will continue to be our guide on our club’s journey to success.”
“TRABZONSPOR IS THE NAME OF A GREAT CASE”
Doğan also stated that they should be together to unite the community and completed his sentences as follows:
“Let’s not forget that Trabzonspor is not just a sports club; it is a set of values. It is the name of a great cause that rebels against injustice, fights for justice and shows that success can only be achieved through sweat. This cause will be glorified not by the trophies won on the field, but by the unity of the community and keeping the spirit of Trabzonspor alive. Without getting carried away by provocations, We will act with the responsibility of being a big club. The real strength of Trabzonspor is its fans who stick together and believe in their club. “We expect you to be with our team on the journey and fill our stadium with enthusiasm worthy of the spirit of Trabzonspor. Because the story of Trabzonspor is the story of those who resist despair and overcome difficulties together. We will succeed together, we will win together.”