İrfan Saraloğlu, assistant of Galatasaray Coach Okan Buruk, made special statements to MİLLİYET about Gabriel Sara, who left his mark on the derby.
The experienced coach said, “I have actually known Sara since a very young age. I had the chance to watch her play in Sao Paulo, Brazil, when I was not working. Her performance and statistics at Norvich are evident. In fact, she is a football player who can also run behind the defense. Reality “I don’t think we’ve watched Sara yet,” he said.
Regarding their effective use of set balls, Saraloğlu said, “Of course, there are studies in training, but the most important criterion here is the quality of the players who use and evaluate those set balls. I can say that we are lucky in this regard. For example, Sara made her 5th assist in the league.”
YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: VAR system from Jose Mourinho! ‘A war I will never win’View News
When we asked the yellow-red coach about the possibility of Sara being selected for the Brazilian National Team, he replied, “Then we cannot keep it. Her transfer fee has been discussed a lot, but she will receive an offer much higher than that.”
SIMILAR OF HAGI AND ALEX
The performance of Gabriel Sara, who was transferred from Norvich City for 18 million euros at the beginning of the season, in the Beşiktaş match was also a source of pride for Galatasaray managers. The yellow-reds commented, “We have said it before. We bought it for 18 million euros, but if it continues like this, we will sell it for 40 million. He is the most special left foot we have watched after Hagi and Alex. He makes a difference when it comes to set pieces, just like these two special players.”
YOU MAY BE INTERESTED: Harsh response from Galatasaray to Beşiktaş! ‘Sponsor brothers’View News
71 PERCENT SUCCESS FROM BURUK IN DERBIES
Coach Okan Buruk, who has been breaking records for 2 years at the head of Galatasaray, also left his mark on derbies. The 51-year-old coach, who competed against Beşiktaş, Fenerbahçe and Trabzonspor 14 times in the league with the Yellow-Reds, won 10 of these matches. percentage He achieved a winning rate of 71.
While the yellow-red coach made a bold move by choosing 4-4-2 against Beşiktaş, he again took a radical decision by playing Barış Alper Yılmaz at left back. This performance of Buruk, who won 2 championships at the helm of Galatasaray and signed a 2-year contract, is highly praised.
YOU MAY BE INTERESTED: Melissa Vargas put on a show at Fenerbahçe Medicana! Galatasaray demolished DaikinView News
Gabriel Sara: The Jewel of Galatasaray and a Potential Brazilian Sensation!
Welcome to the wonderful world of Turkish football, where we dissect the latest musings from the Galatasaray camp regarding their new star, Gabriel Sara. As you may have heard, assistant coach İrfan Saraloğlu has declared that Sara is indeed making some serious waves, especially after his recent derby performance. The excitement is palpable, but let’s dive deeper into this intriguing narrative.
Familiar Faces and Rising Stars
Now, Saraloğlu claims to have known Sara since his tender youth. Apparently, he caught him strutting his stuff in São Paulo long before he was a household name in Turkey. Talk about having connections! One minute you’re watching a young talent in Brazil, and the next, you’re gushing about his performance over a cup of Turkish tea! It’s like a plot twist in a cheesy soap opera. But can we just say: “We need more football tales like this?”
Set Pieces and Assist Machines
Saraloğlu shared insights on how they’ve managed to effectively utilize set pieces this season, attributing it not just to training, but also to the quality of players like Sara, who is on track to assist others like a human assist machine! With five assists already, we might as well start calling him the “Set Piece Whisperer.” Saraloğlu’s confidence in Sara makes you think they have some secret football potion in their training regime!
On the National Radar
When quizzed about the chance of Sara representing the Brazilian National Team, Saraloğlu shot back, “If she gets selected, we cannot keep her!” This raises eyebrows and anticipation alike. Just imagine: a dynamic player, fresh in front of Brazil’s goal-hungry fans! But this also opens a Pandora’s box of transfer discussions, and let’s be honest, who isn’t up for a good transfer rumor now and then?
Lionized Comparisons
Is He the Next Hagi?
Now here’s where things spice up! Galatasaray’s management stretched the narrative by comparing Sara to football legends Hagi and Alex. “We bought him for 18 million euros, but if he keeps this up, he’ll be off for 40 million!” All I can say is: if you’ve got feet blessed by the football gods and your price tag balloons like that, you better start perfecting your smirking photo pose now! Let’s just hope he doesn’t pull a “shiny new toy” move on us.
Coach Okan Buruk: Master of the Derby
But let’s not forget the architect behind this football fairy tale, Coach Okan Buruk, the man of the hour with a 71% win rate in derbies. Talk about setting the bar high! Choosing a daring 4-4-2 formation against Beşiktaş wasn’t just bold; it was a statement. And just like any midsummer blockbuster, he’s not afraid to experiment—playing Barış Alper Yılmaz at left back like he’s auditioning for a new position! You’ve got to admire that flair, right?
The Final Whistle
In a football world where talent can shine brighter than the summer sun in Istanbul, Gabriel Sara is undeniably a name to keep an eye on. With a charismatic flair reminiscent of legends past and the determination of someone who’ll stop at nothing, the air is crisp with anticipation. If Saraloğlu’s comments hold any weight, we could be witnessing the birth of a new hero in football folklore—a Brazilian jewel in Galatasaray’s crown!
İrfan Saraloğlu, the dedicated assistant coach of Galatasaray’s Okan Buruk, shared his insights with MİLLİYET regarding the impressive performance of Gabriel Sara, who has recently made headlines with his derby feats.
The seasoned coach reflected, “I have actually known Sara since a very young age. I had the chance to observe her talent while she played in São Paulo, Brazil, during my time away from professional duties. Her impressive statistics at Norwich further highlight her abilities on the field. In fact, she is a football player who excels at making runs behind the defense. The truth is, I don’t believe we’ve fully appreciated Sidara’s potential yet,” he mentioned.
Regarding their effective use of set pieces, Saraloğlu elaborated, “Of course, there are meticulous studies and practice sessions focusing on this aspect in our training. However, the ultimate factor driving success is the caliber of the players who implement and assess those set pieces. We truly are fortunate in this regard. For instance, Sara has notched her 5th assist in the league this season.”
When questioned about the likelihood of Sara earning a call-up to the Brazilian National Team, the coach stated, “If that happens, then we may struggle to keep her. Discussions surrounding her transfer fee have been quite abundant, yet I can assure you that she will attract offers that far exceed that amount.”
SIMILAR OF HAGI AND ALEX
The exceptional performance of Gabriel Sara, who made a notable transition from Norwich City for a hefty fee of 18 million euros at the start of the season, during the Beşiktaş match has filled Galatasaray officials with pride. They commented, “As we’ve previously stated, we signed him for 18 million euros, but if he continues on this trajectory, we could see him sold for as much as 40 million. He possesses the most remarkable left foot we’ve witnessed since the days of Hagi and Alex. Just like those two legends, he has the ability to change the game during set pieces.”
71 PERCENT SUCCESS FROM BURUK IN DERBIES
Coach Okan Buruk has been consistently breaking records since taking over the reins at Galatasaray for the past two years, leaving a significant mark on derby encounters. The 51-year-old has gone head-to-head against Beşiktaş, Fenerbahçe, and Trabzonspor a total of 14 times in league play, achieving victory in 10 of those matchups. His winning percentage stands impressively at 71.
In a bold tactical move, the yellow-red coach opted for a 4-4-2 formation in the match against Beşiktaş, with a surprising decision to deploy Barış Alper Yılmaz in a left-back position. This tactical ingenuity, along with his remarkable performance resulting in two championships during his tenure at Galatasaray, has garnered him widespread acclaim.
