İlkay Gündoğan, who has been the subject of rumors regarding a potential departure during the mid-season transfer window due to his limited playing time at Galatasaray this season, has responded to the claims about his future. Speaking to the Spanish press, the 35-year-old footballer stated that he is not considering leaving during the winter transfer window.
In his comments to Mundo Deportivo, Gündoğan said, "The transfer rumors are not true. I want to stay here after the winter transfer window and give everything I have to win another championship with Galatasaray."
The fact that the experienced player has received only 11 minutes of playing time in total with Galatasaray this season had been among the headlines fueling the departure rumors. Gündoğan's latest statement serves as a direct response to these speculations ahead of the mid-season transfer window.
His response of "I'm not playing, so why would I be ready?" to the question "Are you ready for the Barcelona match?" asked in the mixed zone after a match had also contributed to the emergence of these claims. Gündoğan's wife, Sara Gündoğan, had previously stated, "If you want to ask why he isn't playing, don't ask me, ask your coach."
While it was suggested following these statements that the player might be sent away from the team, Gündoğan's latest message revealed his intention to stay at Galatasaray and complete the season with the yellow-red team.
News Source: 12punto
