Tüzemen: Batrakov was set to join Galatasaray last season

Fotomaç writer and A Spor commentator Levent Tüzemen made a notable claim about the transfer process of Russian footballer Aleksey Batrakov, whom Galatasaray signed at the start of the season.

According to Tüzemen, Batrakov was close to joining the yellow-red side last season, after Mertens left. However, the commentator argued that some names within the club blocked the transfer. The assessment put forward by Tüzemen is based on inside information, and no official statement on the matter has been made yet.

The player's performance on the pitch this season has brought last summer's debate back to the agenda. Batrakov has won over fans with his matches since the start of the season and has earned an important place in the squad. Insider reports of this kind during transfer periods also raise questions about disagreements in the club's management.

The accuracy of the claim is not yet clear. A statement from the Galatasaray management or from the individuals named could shape the course of the debate. For now, the only information available is a commentator's words.