{"id":2415,"date":"2026-06-30T17:37:56","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T14:37:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zalebs.com\/news\/okan-buruk-targets-george-ilenikhena-for-galatasaray-summer-move\/"},"modified":"2026-06-30T17:37:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T14:37:56","slug":"okan-buruk-targets-george-ilenikhena-for-galatasaray-summer-move","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zalebs.com\/news\/okan-buruk-targets-george-ilenikhena-for-galatasaray-summer-move\/","title":{"rendered":"Okan Buruk Targets George Ilenikhena for Galatasaray Summer Move"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Galatasaray boss Okan Buruk is said to have earmarked Nigerian forward George Ilenikhena as a key target for the coming summer window.<\/p>\n<h3>Quick facts<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Okan Buruk has reportedly identified George Ilenikhena as a priority signing.<\/li>\n<li>Galatasaray are said to have opened discussions to bring him in from Al Ittihad.<\/li>\n<li>The 19-year-old joined Al Ittihad in February 2026.<\/li>\n<li>Ilenikhena is viewed as a chance to reignite the career of a former Antwerp and AS Monaco forward.<\/li>\n<li>He is under contract until June 2029.<\/li>\n<li>Transfer value is reported at \u20ac12 million.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Reports indicate the Turkish champions have started talks with Al Ittihad for the 19-year-old striker, with the decision linked to Buruk\u2019s own request. The move is being framed as a targeted attempt to add attacking depth during the summer.<\/p>\n<p>Ilenikhena has been on the radar of Nigeria\u2019s Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, and his recent spell at Al Ittihad has not yet delivered the breakthrough needed. Since arriving in February 2026, he has struggled to secure a consistent place, which is why a change of club is now seen as a potential reset.<\/p>\n<p>For Galatasaray, the appeal is also tied to his background: the forward previously played for Antwerp and AS Monaco, and a move away from Saudi Arabia could provide the platform to rebuild his momentum. That storyline is expected to be central to the negotiations if discussions progress.<\/p>\n<p>Contractually, Ilenikhena remains tied to Al Ittihad until June 2029. 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