NEOMSports and Culture Corporation proposes a groundbreaking €50 million deal for Galatasaray's standout player, Baris Alper Yilmaz
In the world of Turkish football, a significant event is unfolding as Saudi Arabian club NEOM SC has submitted a record-breaking offer for Galatasaray forward Baris Alper Yilmaz. The offer, worth €40 million ($46.65 million) plus €10 million in bonuses, could potentially set a new record in Turkish football [1][2].
Yilmaz, who currently earns €2.5 million per season at Galatasaray, would see his wages quadruple if the transfer goes through, as he would receive an annual salary of €10 million [5]. This transfer could redefine the financial landscape of Turkish football and mark a significant financial gain for Galatasaray [6].
However, Galatasaray has reportedly rejected the initial offer from NEOM SC, considering it too low. The Turkish club has presented a counter-demand with a higher transfer fee, around €35 million or more, that NEOM SC would need to meet to finalize the deal [3][4].
Negotiations are ongoing, with NEOM SC ready to increase their bid to meet Galatasaray's demands [3]. Galatasaray's management and coach are keen for Yilmaz to stay but are open to selling him for the right price, which reflects his important role and recent strong performances [2][4].
Ankara Keciorengucu would also benefit financially from the sale of Yilmaz due to the sell-on clause. They would receive €8 million from the sale [7][8]. The transfer of Yilmaz has drawn attention from abroad due to his explosive start to the new season [9].
If the transfer goes through, the transfer of Yilmaz could potentially set a new record in Turkish football and redefine the financial landscape of the league [10][11]. The current status of the offer is that negotiations are continuing toward a possible agreement at a higher price [1][3][4].
[1] BBC News [2] Sport Witness [3] Goal [4] Sporx [5] Galatasaray [6] Sport Witness [7] Sporx [8] Galatasaray [9] Sport Witness [10] Sporx [11] Goal
- The Turkish football club, Galatasaray, and the Saudi Arabian team, NEOM SC, are engaged in negotiations regarding Galatasaray's forward Baris Alper Yilmaz, with the offer currently under consideration.
- Should the transfer of Yilmaz to NEOM SC be finalized, it could potentially set a new record in Turkish football, impacting the financial landscape of the league.
- If the transfer goes through, Yilmaz's new salary at NEOM SC would quadruple his current earnings at Galatasaray, moving him into the ranks of highly paid football players.
- Meanwhile, Turkish club Ankara Keciorengucu would also see a financial benefit from the sale, due to the sell-on clause included in the original transfer of Yilmaz to Galatasaray.
