Galatasaray resignations follow October 27 board clash

Metin Öztürk resigned from his positions on the board of directors and affiliated companies after the October 27 board meeting. He said he had been physically attacked and that his late mother had been insulted during the meeting. Öztürk stated that he could not accept the situation and could not digest what happened in line with Galatasaray's upbringing and family values.

Abdullah Kavukcu, Galatasaray Sportif A.S. Vice President, also announced his resignation. Kavukcu described the successive resignations as creating an earthquake effect in club management and said they received wide reaction among Galatasaray fans.

Kavukcu said on social media that he was saddened by the mutual verbal dispute with Metin Öztürk being exaggerated and presented to the public in a way that did not reflect reality. He said he did not want such discussions to overshadow the club's goals or harm the unity and solidarity of the fan community.

Kavukcu stated that he did not want Galatasaray's name to be mentioned with such disputes and that he resigned so personal matters would not cast even the slightest shadow on the club's peace, reputation, and goals. He emphasized that his loyalty to Galatasaray was not limited to any position or title and that he would continue to contribute to the club's success.

The resignations caused a major shock in the yellow-red club and created a wide echo among supporters. The process began with events at the October 27 board meeting and continued with Kavukcu's resignation after Öztürk's departure.