Message from Galatasaray Head Coach Okan Buruk to His Players
As Galatasaray enters a busy fixture schedule following the international break, head coach Okan Buruk stated that opportunities will be given to the players who have been training with the team.
While Galatasaray is planning its squad ahead of the Kasımpaşa and Barcelona matches to be played upon the return from the international break, head coach Okan Buruk sent an important message to the players working with the team.
International Break and Injuries
Galatasaray is preparing for a challenging fixture list upon the return from the international break, and the absences experienced during this period are concerning the coaching staff.
While 14 players have gone to their national teams, Victor Osimhen, Mario Lemina, and Roland Sallai are undergoing treatment due to their injuries.
Kasımpaşa and Barcelona Matches
Due to the Barcelona fixture on October 13, the yellow-red team will have to play their league match against Kasımpaşa at RAMS Park on Friday, October 9.
Following the busy international match calendar and long travels, critical names like Torreira and Sanchez are not expected to start the Kasımpaşa match fully ready.
Message from Okan Buruk to the Players
Meeting with the players continuing their preparations in Kemerburgaz, head coach Okan Buruk conveyed to the names working with the team that they will find opportunities.
Since the players returning from the national team will take to the field with only a single training session, Buruk plans to give more playing time to the names who participated in the training sessions.