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Galatasaray denies Mauro Icardi further personal leave amid custody battle

Galatasarays star striker Mauro Icardi (9) in action during Turkish Super Lig week 4 match between Adana Demirspor and Galatasaray, Adana, Turkiye, August 31, 2024. (AA Photo)
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Galatasarays star striker Mauro Icardi (9) in action during Turkish Super Lig week 4 match between Adana Demirspor and Galatasaray, Adana, Turkiye, August 31, 2024. (AA Photo)
July 15, 2025 02:16 PM GMT+03:00

Galatasaray has made a decisive move regarding star striker Mauro Icardi, who joined the team’s preseason camp later than scheduled due to personal reasons.

According to reports from Argentina, the club has decided not to grant the Argentine forward any further special leave—a decision that could prevent him from seeing his children.

Wanda Nara and Mauro Icardi pose for a selfie, June 20, 2023. (Photo via Instagram / @wandanara)
Wanda Nara and Mauro Icardi pose for a selfie, June 20, 2023. (Photo via Instagram / @wandanara)

Icardi, who suffered a long-term injury last season, had already been in the spotlight for both his on-pitch performances and off-field issues. Following his divorce from Wanda Nara, the 31-year-old has been engaged in a legal battle over custody of their children.

His delayed arrival at the summer training camp was reportedly due to ongoing legal procedures in Argentina.

Strict stance from Galatasaray

Citing journalist Guido Zaffora, the Argentine press reported that Icardi, who has yet to complete a full recovery program, has been informed that the club does not intend to approve further personal leave during the season.

In response, Icardi’s legal team took immediate action. Since the children are currently living with their mother, Wanda Nara, in Argentina, his lawyers have filed a request with the prosecutor's office, seeking permission for the two daughters to travel to Istanbul unaccompanied.

According to the reports, Icardi deeply misses his children and is determined to see them. His legal team has assured the court that all necessary precautions will be taken to ensure the girls' safety during their trip.

July 15, 2025 02:16 PM GMT+03:00
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