Overview
- The Istanbul club has reestablished contact with Messi’s camp and is evaluating the feasibility of a transfer, according to journalist Levent Tüzemen of A Spor.
- A Spor reports Messi would agree only to play the 12 home matches in Istanbul and would not feature in away games.
- Coverage describes discussions as moving quickly yet still exploratory given the operational and sporting challenges.
- With Messi tied to Inter Miami until the end of the 2028 MLS season, local reports suggest any arrangement would likely need to be a loan with an option to buy.
- Galatasaray president Dursun Özbek previously said asking about Messi was acceptable, and independent confirmation beyond Turkish and Argentine outlets citing A Spor has not been presented.