Key Highlights
- George Gardi announced the signing of a 75 million euro player for Galatasaray.
- Gardi spoke to Tuttosport about various transfer deals, including Kenan Yıldız and Ashley Young.
- The match against Juventus was described as very difficult due to its importance in the Champions League.
Galatasaray’s Big Splash: Gardi’s Transfer Deal
Gardi, Galatasaray’s mastermind behind numerous transfers over the years, has once again delivered a blockbuster. On February 25, 2026, he announced the signing of an expensive player worth 75 million euros for the Turkish giants.
The Transfer Talk
Gardi’s latest transfer discussion with Tuttosport centered around several high-profile deals. One of these was Kenan Yıldız’s return to Galatasaray, which Gardi described in detail:
“Kenan Yıldız o zamanlar Juventus’un Primavera takımında oynayan ve Next Gen’de boy göstermeye başlayan, reşit olmak üzere olan bir gençti. Müthiş bir yetenek ancak henüz tam olarak açığa çıkmamış bir yetenek.”
Translating to: “Kenan Yıldız was a young player at Juventus’ Primavera academy and Next Gen, showing great potential but not fully developed at the time.”
The Match Against Juventus
Gardi also discussed the upcoming match against Juventus in the Champions League. He emphasized how critical this match is for both clubs:
“Çok zor bir maç. Tur atlamak hem sportif hem de ekonomik açıdan tüm kulüpler için önemli bir dönüm noktası.”
Translating to: “It’s a very difficult match. Winning by one goal is crucial for both sporting and economic reasons, serving as a turning point for all clubs involved.”
The Transfer Challenges
Gardi detailed the challenges faced in securing transfers like Ashley Young:
“Osimhen transferinin gerçekleşmeyebileceğini hiç düşündünüz mü?” “Bu risk kesinlikle vardı. Özellikle ilk yıl kiralık olarak geldiğinde.”
Translating to: “Did you ever think that the Osimhen transfer might not go through? ‘Absolutely, this was a risk. Especially with the first year being on loan.’
Gardi’s insights and experiences underscore his pivotal role in shaping Galatasaray’s future in the global football landscape.
