Istanbul's Galatasaray has added 20-year-old Shakhtar Donetsk player Alisson Santana to its transfer shortlist.
Operative Information Center-OMM, citing foreign media reports, informs that the Turkish powerhouse is preparing for this move amid the potential departure of Barish Alper Yilmaz and the uncertain future of several loaned players in the squad.
The Ukrainian club previously signed Alisson from Atletico Mineiro for a fee of 14 million euros. The young winger's current contract with Shakhtar Donetsk is valid until December 2029. According to reports from Fotospor, the player's versatility on the field has significantly attracted the attention of the Istanbul club's management.
It is reported that the final decision regarding the potential transfer will depend on the feedback from Arda Turan. Galatasaray is currently awaiting his assessment before submitting an official offer. The exact budget the Turkish club is prepared to allocate for this high-profile transfer remains undisclosed at this stage.
Galatasaray, one of the most successful football clubs in Turkey, frequently looks to bolster its squad with young international talents to maintain its dominance in the Super Lig and competitiveness in European competitions. The interest in Santana aligns with the club's long-term strategy of investing in versatile attackers who can provide depth and resale value. Shakhtar Donetsk is well-known for developing Brazilian talents before selling them to Europe's top five leagues, making Santana a highly-regarded prospect in the current transfer market.
