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Al-Nassr forward, Jhon Duran, is set for a shock move to join Victor Osimhen at Galatasaray.
According to Galatasaray reporter Ali Naci Küçük, Duran, who played for Galatasaray’s Turkish Super Lig rivals Fenerbahçe on loan, has agreed on a deal to join the Yellow-Reds this month.
Küçük stated this on the Dici Futbol YouTube channel while sharing information regarding the Duran transfer.
“Galatasaray is expected to announce the transfer of Jhon Duran in the first week of July,” Küçük said via Habersarikirmizi.
“Duran will come regardless of whether Icardi stays or leaves. Jhon Duran will be Galatasaray’s first signing.”
Duran may likely partner with Osimhen in Galatasaray’s attack for the new season.
Ghana have suffered a major setback ahead of their opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after midfielder Thomas Partey was denied entry into Canada and will miss the Black Stars’ clash against Panama.
According to BBC Sport, FIFA confirmed on Friday that the former Arsenal midfielder, now with Spanish club Villarreal, will be unable to travel from Ghana’s training base in Boston after Canadian authorities refused his visa application.
The development makes Partey the latest high-profile football figure affected by immigration and visa issues at the World Cup, following the controversy surrounding Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry into the United States despite being selected by FIFA to officiate at the tournament.
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In a statement quoted by the BBC, FIFA said it had no role in immigration decisions taken by host countries.
“FIFA is not involved in the immigration processes of host countries, including the adjudication of visas,” the governing body said.
“The host government ultimately determines who receives a visa and is admitted into the country.”
Partey, 32, had been expected to play a key role for Ghana as the four-time African champions begin their World Cup campaign against Panama in Toronto.
The experienced midfielder remains one of the Black Stars’ most influential players and his absence is a significant blow to coach Otto Addo’s plans for the tournament.
The visa refusal comes amid ongoing legal proceedings involving the player. Partey has pleaded not guilty to seven charges of rape and one count of sexual assault relating to allegations made by four women between 2020 and 2022. He is scheduled to stand trial next year.
