New Era at the Turkish Football Federation and the Arda Turan Agenda
The TFF parted ways with Vincenzo Montella and began the search for a new head coach. A model is being considered for Arda Turan to continue his role at Shakhtar Donetsk while also managing the national team.
Following its management summit in Riva, the Turkish Football Federation decided to part ways with Vincenzo Montella. While it was announced that President İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu will remain in office and elections will be held in 2027, the name Arda Turan has emerged as a frontrunner for the position of head coach of the National Team.
Administrative Change and Decisions
At the critical meeting held in Riva, resignations within the TFF management were addressed. While it was decided that President İbrahim Hacıosmanoğlu would continue his duties, it was announced that the election calendar has been postponed to 2027.
Following resignations at the board member and vice-presidential levels, the federation decided to make a radical change in the technical staff and parted ways with Vincenzo Montella.
Special Formula for Arda Turan
Focusing on domestic candidates in its search for a new head coach, the federation added Arda Turan, who has been drawing a successful profile at Shakhtar Donetsk, to its agenda.
Since the Ukrainian club is reluctant to let Turan go, it is stated that the TFF is working on a hybrid working model where he can carry out both club and national team duties simultaneously.
Turan's Career Achievements
Arda Turan, who has a contract with Shakhtar Donetsk until 2027, has attracted attention with his performance in the Ukrainian Premier League.
Turan achieved significant success in his managerial career by winning the league championship with Shakhtar Donetsk in the 2025-2026 season.