Leao sends derby message to Okan Buruk

Rafael Leao, who could not play in the Lille match due to injury, conveyed his wish directly to head coach Okan Buruk after tactical training. The Portuguese star said he knows how important the Fenerbahce match is for the team and that he will do his best to be on the pitch.

Buruk responded positively to the player's request. The head coach said Leao's value to the team is beyond question and that he could take part on the pitch if he feels well.

The technical staff will make the final decision based on the report the medical staff prepares on the Portuguese player. If there are no setbacks, Leao is expected to be kept among the substitutes and brought into the game depending on how the match develops.

Leao came on in the 60th minute against Gençlerbirliği and was substituted in the 76th minute due to injury. The player, who moved from Milan to Galatasaray in the summer transfer window, has made 7 appearances in the yellow and red shirt and recorded 1 assist.