A surprising transfer claim about Mauro Icardi, who is in his third season at Galatasaray, has emerged from Argentina.
Icardi, who initially joined Galatasaray on loan from PSG in the 2022/23 season and later signed permanently, played a key role in winning the last two championships.
After starting this season slowly and being sidelined due to injury, Icardi spent the international break with his family in Argentina.
The star striker is expected to return to Istanbul shortly and join Galatasaray’s preparations for the Antalyaspor match.
SURPRISING TRANSFER CLAIM FROM ARGENTINA
A shocking report from the Argentine press suggests that River Plate has targeted Icardi, who is under contract with Galatasaray until 2026.
According to Argentine journalist Renzo Pantich, this could be Icardi’s final season at Galatasaray, with River Plate planning a move for him at the end of the season.
The report claims that River Plate has set aside a budget of 15 million dollars for the transfer, and coach Marcelo Gallardo is keen to add the 31-year-old striker to the team.
ICARDI’S GALATASARAY PERFORMANCE
Entering his third season at Galatasaray, Icardi has scored 58 goals and provided 22 assists in 83 appearances for the club.
This season, he has played in 10 matches across all competitions, contributing 3 goals and 2 assists.
