Critical decision in betting investigation: Mert Hakan to remain in custody
In the detention review conducted for Fenerbahçe player Mert Hakan Yandaş and Galatasaray player Metehan Baltacı, who are currently in custody as part of the "betting in football" investigation, it was ruled that both players will remain in detention.
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A new development has occurred regarding the football players held in custody as part of the "Betting in Football Investigation" conducted by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office.
DETENTION REVIEW COMPLETED
The routine detention review for Fenerbahçe player Mert Hakan Yandaş and Galatasaray player Metehan Baltacı, who were arrested as part of the investigation on December 9, 2025, has been concluded.
According to information provided by journalist Muratcan Altuntoprak, the review conducted for the defendants held in custody as part of the betting investigation resulted in a decision to continue the detention of all incarcerated defendants, including Mert Hakan Yandaş and Metehan Baltacı.
It has been learned that the judicial process initiated by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office regarding allegations of betting activities in the football world is ongoing, and examinations within the scope of the file are continuing.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Within the framework of the comprehensive "Betting in Football" investigation conducted by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, Mert Hakan Yandaş and Metehan Baltacı were detained in an operation carried out on December 9.
While the suspects were arrested and sent to prison by the court to which they were referred, it was stated that the investigation is continuing in a multi-faceted manner.