Germany international Leroy Sané is on the verge of a major move as he arrived in Istanbul for negotiations with Galatasaray, the Turkish Super Lig champions confirmed late Wednesday. The 28-year-old winger is expected to join the club as a free agent once his contract with Bayern Munich expires at the end of June.
Sané’s arrival in Turkey comes after months of uncertainty over his future at Bayern, where contract extension talks stalled throughout the season. While the Bundesliga giants successfully renewed deals with key players like Jamal Musiala and Joshua Kimmich, Sané’s future remained unresolved.
Sané joined Bayern in 2020 from Manchester City in a deal reportedly worth just under €50 million. Over five seasons, he won the Bundesliga title four times and contributed with key goals and assists, though his form often drew scrutiny.
This season, Sané made 45 appearances across all competitions, scoring 13 goals, but only one of those came in the Champions League, fueling criticism about his impact in high-stakes European fixtures.
Despite flashes of brilliance, many fans and pundits cited inconsistency as a lingering issue in his time at Bayern.
Galatasaray’s interest signals their ambition to bolster their squad with international talent ahead of next season, particularly as they prepare for European competition. Sané’s signing would mark a major coup for the Istanbul club, bringing in a player with experience at the highest levels of club and international football.
While personal terms and contract details are yet to be finalized, the move would represent a fresh start for Sané — and a high-profile addition to Turkish football.
