Galatasaray in Talks with El Chadaille Bitshiabu for Defensive Line
While awaiting the transfer of Yusuf Akçiçek, the yellow-red management has added young defender Bitshiabu, who plays for Leipzig, to their agenda.
Continuing its transfer efforts, Galatasaray has added El Chadaille Bitshiabu, who plays for Leipzig, to its transfer list in order to strengthen its defensive line with a young player.
Alternative Plan for Defensive Reinforcement
Galatasaray has focused on young player reinforcements for the defensive line during the transfer window, and the process regarding the transfer of Yusuf Akçiçek has been put on hold.
Status of Yusuf Akçiçek Transfer
Having reached an agreement with Yusuf Akçiçek, who plays for Al-Hilal, the management is waiting for the Saudi Arabian team to sign a new central defender.
Bitshiabu, Who Plays for Leipzig, on the Agenda
Taking action against potential setbacks in the Yusuf Akçiçek transfer, Galatasaray is continuing negotiations with El Chadaille Bitshiabu, who plays for the German club Leipzig.
Advanced Contacts in Negotiations
According to reports in the German press, contacts between the officials of the yellow-red club and Leipzig representatives are progressing positively.
Player's Career and Details
A product of the PSG youth academy, the 21-year-old left-footed central defender transferred to Leipzig in the summer of 2023 for 15 million Euros, and his contract with his club runs until 2029.