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Turkish international midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu continues to be linked with a return to Galatasaray, and a recent development suggests that negotiations may be moving forward.
According to Tuttomercatoweb, as reported by NTV Spor, Calhanoglu’s agent, Gordon Stipic, is expected to travel to Istanbul soon. Galatasaray is reportedly prepared to meet and discuss terms.
Following the departure of Simone Inzaghi, Inter’s coaching situation has introduced uncertainty regarding Calhanoglu’s future. While the club reportedly wants to retain the experienced midfielder, they are also preparing for a potential departure.
Galatasaray, under head coach Okan Buruk, aims to make a strong statement in the transfer market. However, there is currently a gap between the club’s offer and Inter’s valuation of the player.
Reports indicate that Galatasaray made a €15 million ($17,33 million) bid, which Inter rejected outright.
If Calhanoglu departs, Inter, now preparing for the new season under Cristian Chivu—has shortlisted potential replacements. These include Adrian Bernabe (Parma), Mandela Keita, Nicolo Rovella (Lazio), Ederson (Atalanta), and Samuele Ricci (Torino).
Born in Mannheim, Germany, to Turkish parents, Calhanoglu began his professional career at Karlsruher SC before moving to Hamburg and then Bayer Leverkusen, where he gained recognition for his long-range strikes and free-kick prowess.
In 2017, he joined AC Milan, spending four seasons with the Rossoneri before making a high-profile move to city rivals Inter Milan in 2021. Since then, he has become a central figure in Inter’s midfield, valued for his tactical awareness, distribution, and set-piece skills.
Internationally, Calhanoglu has earned over 80 caps for the Turkish national team (Türkiye) since 2013 and was instrumental in securing the country’s spot at Euro 2024. He remains one of the most prominent Turkish players in European football.
During the 2024–25 campaign, he played a key role in guiding Inter to the Champions League final—his second appearance in the tournament’s ultimate match.
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