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Galatasaray reportedly preparing to part ways with Ilkay Gundogan, Kaan Ayhan

Kaan Ayhan (left) and Ilkay Gundogan pose in Galatasaray training gear. (Photo via T24)
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Kaan Ayhan (left) and Ilkay Gundogan pose in Galatasaray training gear. (Photo via T24)
September 17, 2026 04:43 PM GMT+03:00

Galatasaray is reportedly planning to part ways with experienced players Ilkay Gundogan and Kaan Ayhan during the mid-season transfer period, with both footballers receiving very limited playing time this season.

Journalist Nevzat Dindar reported that the Istanbul club expects the two players to leave during the winter transfer window as Galatasaray reshapes its squad for the second half of the campaign.

Ilkay Gundogan of Galatasaray reacts during the UEFA Champions League group stage week 6 match between Monaco and Galatasaray at Stade Louis II in Monaco, Monaco on Dec. 09, 2025. (AA Photo)
Ilkay Gundogan of Galatasaray reacts during the UEFA Champions League group stage week 6 match between Monaco and Galatasaray at Stade Louis II in Monaco, Monaco on Dec. 09, 2025. (AA Photo)

Limited minutes put duo's futures in focus

Gundogan has featured in two official matches for Galatasaray this season but has played only 11 minutes in total.

Kaan Ayhan has seen even less action, making his only appearance of the season against Corum FK. He came on in the 89th minute and spent just one minute on the pitch.

The limited playing time of both players has now been followed by reports that Galatasaray could move on from the pair when the mid-season transfer period opens.

September 17, 2026 04:43 PM GMT+03:00
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