Casado Quietly Plays the Long Game as Galatasaray Lurks: Barca Star Refuses to Blink
23 January 2026
Galatasaray's January Pursuit of Casado
Galatasaray are targeting Marc Casado, Barcelona's midfielder, in the current winter window to bolster their ranks for the road ahead.
Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo noted that several clubs, aside from Galatasaray, are watching the midfielder's situation, but for now he remains determined to stay at Camp Nou.
They added that Casado's waning role under coach Hans Flick has drawn interest from teams like Atletico Madrid and Galatasaray, with the 22-year-old's status under heavy scrutiny.
However, some sources told the Spanish daily that Casado rejects a move to the Turkish side.
They concluded that, at present, barring any unforeseen developments before the winter window closes, Casado intends to remain with Barcelona.
Flick previously indicated the midfielder is not a current priority, yet Casado has not given up, determined to fight for another opportunity.
Casado is contracted to Barcelona until June 2028, with a release clause of €100 million.
Punchline: patience pays; Casado's waiting game could win him a trophy of time this winter.
