Major scandal in Turkish football: Correspondence between Ferhat Gündoğdu and Yasin Kol revealed
Allegations of irregular interference in referee appointments have surfaced in messages allegedly exchanged between Ferhat Gündoğdu and Yasin Kol.
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A new allegation regarding referee appointments in Turkish football has come to light.
In messages allegedly exchanged between Ferhat Gündoğdu and Yasin Kol, it is claimed that there was interference in referee assignments in a manner contrary to procedures and regulations.
In the revealed screenshot, it can be seen that names of certain referees, VAR, and AVAR officials are discussed, and preferences and changes regarding assignments are evaluated via messaging. Phrases such as "Whatever you deem appropriate, Mr. President" and "If we have a chance to change it, let it be Özgür" drew attention.
HERE ARE THE SCANDALOUS MESSAGES
The images show names such as Abdullah Bora Özkara, Bahtiyar Birinci, Çağdaş Altay, Onur Özütoprak, and Sarper Barış Saka being mentioned; in the following section, Ali Şansalan, Mehmet Salih Mazlum, and Sarper Barış Saka are also seen listed.
The correspondence in question has reignited debates over how decision-making processes are conducted in referee appointments and the functioning of the relevant boards. Whether an official statement will be made regarding the matter remains a subject of curiosity.