Galatasaray signs Uğurcan Çakır in record-breaking deal: 'I know it's not easy'

Galatasaray has announced the landmark signing of goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır from Trabzonspor. The transfer, which officially makes Çakır the most expensive Turkish player in history, comes after a five-year deal was signed between the two clubs. According to a statement from Trabzonspor, Galatasaray will pay a guaranteed fee of €33 million plus an additional €3 million in performance-based bonuses, bringing the total value of the deal to €36 million.

In the statement made by Galatasaray, it was stated that a net fee of €27.5 million plus VAT will be paid for the football player. For the player himself, the contract details have also been revealed. Çakır will receive an annual salary of 110 million Turkish lira this season, with his guaranteed payment increasing by 10 million lira each year for the next four seasons.

 

 

 

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In a heartfelt farewell message to Trabzonspor fans, Çakır explained his decision to leave. "I want to play in the Champions League, embark on a new adventure with my family, and pursue new goals in my football career," he said. "For this reason, I decided to evaluate the offer from Galatasaray. I know it's not easy. But as I leave Trabzonspor, I want to say goodbye with my head held high, earning the highest transfer fee in Turkish football history."

Trabzonspor also issued an emotional farewell to their captain, celebrating his contributions to the club. "We extend our endless thanks to our captain Uğurcan Çakır, who grew up on the streets of Trabzon, fulfilled his childhood dreams with this jersey, stood firm in our goal for years, and brought unforgettable success to our glorious history," the club's statement read.