“This Season Belongs to Gündoğan” — Turkish Commentator Picks Ilkay Gündoğan Over Osimhen as Galatasaray’s Main Man ⚽🔥

Following Galatasaray’s recent win over Başakşehir, popular Turkish sports commentator Erbatur Ergenekon has boldly predicted that this season will be Ilkay Gündoğan’s year — not Victor Osimhen’s — at the Turkish Super Lig champions.

Speaking on Habersarikirmizi, Ergenekon praised the former Manchester City midfielder for transforming Galatasaray’s rhythm and bringing a new level of intelligence and flair to their game.

“Last season was Osimhen’s season for Galatasaray,” Ergenekon said. “It looks like this season will be the ‘İlkay Gündoğan season.’ He brings such impact, such a difference, such a mindset to the game. Gündoğan makes a huge difference — he controls the tempo, dictates play, and makes people love football again.”

The German international joined Galatasaray in the summer after leaving Manchester City, where he captained the team to a historic treble. His early performances in Turkey have been nothing short of sensational, with fans already dubbing him the “professor of midfield.”

Opinion:
Ergenekon’s statement may sound bold, but it’s not far-fetched. Gündoğan’s arrival at Galatasaray feels like poetry in motion — a blend of European experience, calm authority, and pure football artistry.

While Osimhen’s explosive power and goals stole the spotlight last season, Gündoğan’s tactical brilliance and composure bring a different kind of magic — one that elevates the entire team.

It’s also a reminder that football isn’t always about who scores the most goals; sometimes, it’s about who makes the game beautiful to watch.

If this trend continues, fans might indeed remember this campaign not as “Osimhen’s season,” but as the year Ilkay Gündoğan painted Turkish football with elegance and class. 🎨⚽