Colombian winger Yaser Asprilla, with whom Galatasaray was in transfer negotiations, came to Istanbul.
Asprilla, who came from Barcelona, Spain, to Atatürk Airport General Aviation Terminal by private plane, was welcomed by officials in yellow and red and a group of fans.
Stating that he was very excited, Asprilla said, “I am very happy to come to this great club. It was also very nice to meet the fans. I am sure that we will achieve great success together. I can play in both positions. The important thing is to help my team and my teammates.” he said.
Stating that he is childhood friends with Fenerbahçe’s Colombian football player Jhon Duran, the young attacker said, “We have been friends with Duran since the age of 9. We are very close. I am proud of his achievements. I am sure that we will have a great fight here too.” he said.
The young football player, who made the yellow-red fans “triple”, then left the airport in a private vehicle waiting for him.
Yaser Asprilla scored 1 goal in 17 league and cup matches with the Spanish team Girona this season.