# Galatasaray football squad developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/galatasaray-football-squad-developments
> Updated: 2026-09-17T21:28:34.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

Following the transfer of Rafael Leao from AC Milan to Galatasaray, the Portuguese international expressed a desire to form a prolific attacking partnership with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. Leao indicated that discussions with squad members such as Osimhen, Lucas Torreira, and Leroy Sane were instrumental in his decision to join the club.

Former manager Fatih Terim later provided an assessment of the squad, praising Osimhen as an extraordinary striker. Terim also highlighted the technical intelligence of Mauro Icardi and the speed of Leao, suggesting the latter is a player who should remain in the lineup.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Fatih Terim evaluates Galatasaray players Osimhen, Icardi, and Leao

Former Galatasaray coach Fatih Terim praised Victor Osimhen, Mauro Icardi, and Rafael Leao, highlighting their elite skills and impact on the team's current squad.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fatih-terim-evaluates-galatasaray-players-osimhen-icardi-and-leao

### 2026-09-07: Rafael Leao joins Galatasaray to partner with Victor Osimhen

Former AC Milan attacker Rafael Leao has joined Galatasaray, aiming to form a high-scoring partnership with striker Victor Osimhen and drive the club's success in Turkey and Europe.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafael-leao-joins-galatasaray-to-partner-with-victor-osimhen

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