Dursun Özbek Makes Statement on Referee Investigation
Galatasaray President Dursun Özbek reacted to the federation's silence following the referee investigation and the arrest of the Central Referee Board management.
Following the arrest of five suspects, including Central Referee Board President Ferhat Gündoğdu, in the Istanbul-based referee file investigation, Galatasaray Sports Club President Dursun Özbek made important evaluations.
Investigation and Arrests
Within the scope of the referee file investigation conducted in Istanbul, five out of seven suspects detained in the operation, including Central Referee Board President Ferhat Gündoğdu, were arrested.
Uncertainty Before the League
Galatasaray Sports Club President Dursun Özbek drew attention to the current situation, stating that one week before the start of the leagues, there is no structure left in place representing the Central Referee Board.
Özbek emphasized that the silent stance displayed by the federation further magnifies the existing chaos and stated that the events must be clarified as soon as possible.
Championship Goal and Call to Action
Stating that this season will be quite challenging, Dursun Özbek noted that Galatasaray aims for its fifth consecutive championship.
Stating that this chaos would not have been awakened to if necessary actions had been taken in time, Özbek said that if the league is to be paused, it should be paused, but the issue must be resolved permanently.