Okan Buruk's Statement Regarding İlkay Gündoğan's Reaction
Following the experienced footballer's striking response to questions from members of the press, an evaluation came from the head coach.
After Galatasaray'atured Kasımpaşa, İlkay Gündoğan's remarks to the press became a hot topic, and head coach Okan Buruk made a statement regarding the issue.
Post-Match Statements
Galatasaray managed to finish the week as leaders by defeating Kasımpaşa 3-1 in the 7th matchday of the Süper Lig. Leaving the stadium after the match, experienced footballer İlkay Gündoğan answered questions from members of the press.
The Dialogue That Became a Hot Topic
In response to a journalist's question asking whether he was ready for the Barcelona match, the experienced player replied, 'I'm not playing, why would I be ready?' The 35-year-old footballer's remarks quickly resonated widely on social media.
Okan Buruk's Evaluation
Head coach Okan Buruk stated that he understood his player's reaction following the incident. Emphasizing that he might have gotten angry after warming up and not being able to enter the game, Buruk said the player is very valuable and it is normal for him to want playing time.
Playing Time Situation During the Season
Included in the squad for 7 league matches and 1 Champions League match wearing the Galatasaray jersey this season, İlkay Gündoğan has only had the chance to play in 2 matches in total. The experienced name stayed on the pitch for only 11 minutes out of a potential 720 minutes.