Training developments at Fenerbahçe following İsmail Kartal's resignation
Following head coach İsmail Kartal's decision to resign and his absence from training, the management took action.
At Fenerbahçe, which drew with Roma in the UEFA Champions League, head coach İsmail Kartal announced his resignation and did not take part in today's training session.
Resignation Decision Following the Roma Match
After drawing 1-1 at home against visiting Roma, Fenerbahçe announced that head coach İsmail Kartal had left his post.
The experienced manager stated that he made this decision to pave the way for his club, leaving his position at the yellow-navy team.
İsmail Kartal Did Not Participate in Training
Following the resignation decision, İsmail Kartal did not attend Fenerbahçe's training session of the day and was not on the pitch.
During the training, Dirk Kuyt and Zeki Göle served as technical staff in charge of the players.
Persuasion Efforts by Board Members and the Management Front
Fenerbahçe board members Cihan Kamer and Oğuz Çetin went to İsmail Kartal's home to dissuade him from his decision and persuade him.
The executives are trying to persuade Kartal so that he leads the team onto the pitch for Tuesday's training session.
Statements by President Aziz Yıldırım
Fenerbahçe Club President Aziz Yıldırım stated that they had no prior knowledge of the resignation development.
While a situation assessment is being carried out within the club following the surprise departure decision, developments are being closely followed.