New development in Mertens' contract: Discount expected

Galatasaray star Dries Mertens had announced that he would meet with the club this week regarding his contract. A new claim has emerged regarding Galatasaray's request from Dries Mertens.

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Galatasaray continues its work on internal transfers. Whether the Belgian star Dries Mertens, whose contract expires at the end of the season, will remain with the team has become a subject of curiosity. 

Mertens, who shone once again in the Sivasspor match, had announced after the game that he would hold talks with Galatasaray regarding a contract. 

According to a report by TRT Spor, an agreement has not yet been reached between Mertens and Galatasaray. The 37-year-old experienced player is requesting the same salary he earned this season for the new season as well. 

GALATASARAY'S EXPECTATION OF A DISCOUNT FROM MERTENS 

According to the information in the same report, if Dries Mertens agrees to a salary reduction, a new one-year contract will be signed. 

Mertens has contributed 11 goals and 17 assists in 48 official matches this season.