Strategic Moves of Okan Buruk in Galatasaray
Galatasaray Coach Okan Buruk, is literally playing a chess game with the important players of the team. Especially this season’s squad depth and player choices highlight Buruk’s tactical intelligence.
He was very angry that he was left as a substitute in the Super Cup. Wilfried Zaha, started to think about leaving because he was not in the starting 11. During this period, he started to negotiate with English clubs.
According to the news in Sabah newspaper, after the star Zaha from Ivory Coast, Judge Ziyechalso showed a similar reaction. During the preparations for the Konyaspor match, Kerem AktürkoğluWhen he heard that Ziyech was being tried in the first 11, he showed a reluctant attitude in training and camp, worried about being substituted.
Okan Buruk did not make concessions to Ziyech and did not include Ziyech in the squad despite using his right to make 5 substitutions against Konyaspor. Instead, he trusted Kerem Aktürkoğlu, whom he wanted to stay in the team, and ensured that his national football player played a leading role in the victory with 1 goal and 1 assist on the field. This situation revealed how accurate Buruk’s choice was.
Zaha, who received the message of the experienced coach, decided to take a step back and stay in the team. Champions League play-off round young boysWhile he stated that he wanted to play in the match against Turkey, the Ivorian player was also added to the UEFA list.
These developments in Galatasaray provide an example of how the dynamics within the team can change. Okan Buruk’s disciplined approach and attitude towards the players play an important role in achieving the club’s goals.
