President Arat made statements about the agenda of the council meeting held at the Istanbul Lütfi Kırdar International Congress and Exhibition Center Anatolian Auditorium.
Stating that they will revive the black-white football team, which has been disappointing with its performance this season, Arat said, “The non-squad decisions we have taken have been effective. These players have met with us and stated that they will do what is necessary. I believe that they will meet the expectations. Work continues to make the necessary reinforcements in the interim transfer.” he said.
Stating that they were happy for the young players from the infrastructure to play in the match where Beşiktaş defeated the Swiss team Lugano 2-0 in the UEFA Europa Conference League, Hasan Arat said, “Semih Kılıçsoy, Mustafa Hekimoğlu, Demir Ege Tıknaz, Emrecan Terzi, Emirhan Delibaş, “Aytuğ Kömeç. We thank the club employees who contributed to these players. We will continue our infrastructure policies with great opportunities.” he said.
“THIS FOOTBALL SYSTEM DOES NOT SUIT TURKEY”
Criticizing the current football system in Turkey, President Arat said, “This football system does not suit Turkey and the dreams of the Turkish nation. Changes should be made based on merit. We watched the attack on referee Halil Umut Meler with concern. We wished him to get well soon. Josef de Souza “He was sentenced while protecting his friend on September 4, 2022. The warnings he made then came true today.” he said.
“BEŞİKTAŞ WILL RETURN TO ITS OWN CULTURE AND PHILOSOPHY”
Hasan Arat noted that Beşiktaş entered the maintenance and repair process after the extraordinary general assembly with elections held on December 3.
Stating that they left a historic congress behind, Arat said, “Together, we will take Beşiktaş to the level it should be in every field. We told the club staff and top-level managers to submit all contracts to the audit board. We will be transparent. Everything will be delivered to the audit board. Stand up.” “We know how to get up very well. Don’t get discouraged. Don’t lose hope. We will all grow together. Beşiktaş fans will carry Beşiktaş to its desired goals.” made his assessment.
Stating that they could not make a handover with the old board of directors, Mayor Arat said, “This is not a good thing. This place does not depend on individuals. You come to office, you leave office. Nobody should do such a thing. This type of destruction cannot be recovered in one day. We know this. There will be a period of recovery ahead of us.” “Then there will be a period of improvement and development. Beşiktaş will return to its own culture and philosophy.” shared his views.
Emphasizing that they will go to Anıtkabir with all Beşiktaş fans on Saturday, December 23, Hasan Arat said, “Everyone who is a Beşiktaş volunteer should come and participate in this important day. We will also prepare a special jersey for the 100th anniversary of the Republic and present it to you as soon as possible.” he said.