Preparations for the France match in the National Football Team and Salih Özcan's statements
National team head coach Vincenzo Montella and footballer Salih Özcan made important statements ahead of the match against France in Kocaeli.
Ahead of the Turkish National Football Team's UEFA Nations League A Group 1 match against France in Kocaeli, head coach Vincenzo Montella and national footballer Salih Özcan appeared before the cameras at a press conference.
Kocaeli Meeting Ahead of the France Match
The Turkish National Football Team will face France on Friday in Kocaeli within the scope of UEFA Nations League A Group 1. The team's current status was evaluated at the official press conference held ahead of this crucial match.
Statements on Transfers and Focus from Vincenzo Montella
Making statements at the Kocaeli Stadium, head coach Vincenzo Montella emphasized that there are significant absences in the squad, but he trusts all the footballers on the list.
Stating that he has received offers from various clubs, the Italian coach noted that he has not evaluated these offers and wants to continue his duty due to his commitment to the national team.
Kocaeli Stadium Preference and Player Tracking
Stating that they want to be able to play in different stadiums due to their philosophy, Montella noted that they preferred Kocaeli Stadium because of its proximity to Istanbul.
He also shared with the public that young Kocaelispor goalkeeper Serhat Öztaşdelen is among the players closely monitored.
A New Page After the World Cup
National footballer Salih Özcan stated that they experienced great disappointment following the World Cup, but they now want to look ahead and open a new page.
Orkun Kökçü's Injury Status
Providing information about his teammate Orkun Kökçü's injury, Salih Özcan conveyed that the player has been taking the field in recent matches with the help of injections and pills.
Support Message from the Coaching Staff
Speaking about his own performance, Salih Özcan expressed that even during periods when he could not find playing time for a long time, head coach Vincenzo Montella supported him and stood behind him.