Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk stated that they want to start the UEFA Europa League with a win by defeating PAOK. Buruk mentioned that both Icardi and Osimhen could play together during the season, saying, “We need to focus on success and team play. There will be rotations from time to time. There is always a possibility of seeing two great players like Icardi and Osimhen on the field together.”
Okan Buruk’s Remarks Before the PAOK Match
In his pre-match statements, Okan Buruk said, “The Europa League is an important goal for us. Being in the Champions League was valuable, but we believe we can be successful in the Europa League. Starting with a win is crucial. We want to represent Turkish football in the best way possible by winning this tough match with the support of our fans.”
Question About Icardi and Osimhen
When asked if Icardi and Osimhen could play together, Buruk responded, “We wanted to include Icardi in the squad, and he wanted to be with us for the Fenerbahçe match. We are in the preparation phase after his injury. Of course, Icardi and Osimhen will play together. There could even be a third player at times. We will have rotations, and it is possible to see these two great players on the field simultaneously.”
Batshuayi and His Derby Performance
Regarding Batshuayi’s lack of playing time in the Fenerbahçe derby, Buruk said, “Batshuayi gets a lot of playing time and is a valuable player for us. However, the referee’s incorrect penalty decision changed many things in the Fenerbahçe match, which is why we couldn’t use him. He will always remain a very important player for us.”
We Trust Günay Güvenç
Speaking about Günay Güvenç, who will start in place of the suspended Muslera in the PAOK match, Buruk said, “Muslera is not just a player for us; he is our captain. However, Günay is a very experienced goalkeeper, and we trust him.”
