Galatasaray hierarchy members Abdullah Kavukcu and Okan Buruk are actively pursuing a high-profile move for Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, according to widespread Turkish media reports. The aggressive transfer push coincides with mounting interest from domestic rivals Beşiktaş and Fenerbahçe as the Süper Lig transfer window enters its final stretch.
The Pursuit of Eduardo Camavinga in the Süper Lig
The race for Eduardo Camavinga has intensified after Real Madrid reportedly lowered the player’s valuation to €55 million, drawing keen attention from Istanbul’s major clubs. Galatasaray officials Abdullah Kavukcu and Okan Buruk have made the French international a primary focus of their late-window ambitions. However, securing the midfielder remains a massive financial and logistical hurdle, with Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş also monitoring developments closely as clubs race against the clock before the deadline.
Galatasaray’s Midfield Plans and Mario Lemina’s Status
Galatasaray’s broader midfield recruitment strategy remains on standby pending the outcome of their high-profile targets. According to reports, if the club’s major midfield additions materialize, the future of Mario Lemina will quickly gain clarity. Discussions between Lemina and fellow Süper Lig side Başakşehir are reportedly progressing positively. Meanwhile, Galatasaray is also working to finalize a loan departure for young central defender Yusuf Akçiçek to secure him regular first-team minutes.
Fenerbahçe and Trabzonspor Transfer Updates
Elsewhere in the Süper Lig, Fenerbahçe continues negotiations to lower Lyon’s €30 million asking mark for winger Malick Fofana. The Yellow Canaries are also navigating intense competition for young talent Gabriel Mec, noting Porto’s rapid pursuit of the prospect. Across the league, Trabzonspor has submitted an official offer to Norwich City for forward Mohamed Toure, with formal negotiations ongoing between the clubs.
Okan Buruk’s Squad Assessment and Foreign Player Rule Criticism
Speaking after Galatasaray’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Göztepe, manager Okan Buruk voiced frustration regarding the Turkish Football Federation’s regulations. “Unfortunately, we have the foreign player rule that ties our hands and creates difficulties for many teams,” Buruk said, criticizing officials for altering roster rules mid-window. Commenting on the team’s domestic form and upcoming UEFA Champions League commitments, Buruk confirmed that the club intends to utilize the final days of the transfer window while managing available foreign and under-23 roster slots.
