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[SPORTS] · Türkiye · 14 sources

Galatasaray wins 5-1 in pre‑season match, eyes new signings

Galatasaray opened its 2026‑27 pre‑season with a 5‑1 victory over 1st League side Ümraniyespor at Ümraniye City Stadium. Goals came from Ada Yüzgeç – who celebrated with Mauro Icardi’s trademark run – Kazımcan Karataş, Can Armando Güner, Berat Luş and newcomer Arda Tagay. Lesley Ugochukwu, on loan from Burnley, made his first appearance in a Galatasaray shirt.

Coach Okan Buruk praised the depth of the squad, saying, “We have many young players; I’m happy for them.” He noted that tougher friendlies and the Austrian training camp are next, while transfer work continues. The club is negotiating for Lille midfielder Ngal’ayel Mukau, whose contract runs to 2028, and acknowledges interest from English clubs.

Separately, Galatasaray confirmed plans for a farewell ceremony for Mauro Icardi and announced that Victor Nelsson, Elias Jelert, Halil Dervişoğlu and Metehan Baltacı were omitted from the season‑long A‑team registration.