Galatasaray Signs Leroy Sané
In a significant move, Galatasaray has secured the signing of German winger Leroy Sané from Bayern Munich, as announced by the Turkish Super Lig champions on Thursday. This agreement sees Sané committing to a three-year contract, with the player set to earn a guaranteed annual salary of €9 million (approximately $10.4 million) and an additional net loyalty bonus of €3 million (around $3.5 million) each season. The transfer will become official on July 1, following the expiration of his current contract with Bayern at the end of June.
Sané’s Achievements at Bayern
Sané, who had been with Bayern since 2020 after moving from Manchester City, has enjoyed a successful tenure, clinching numerous titles including:
- Four Bundesliga championships
- Two DFL-Supercups
- One UEFA Super Cup
- One Club World Cup
During his time in Munich, Sané played over 200 matches, amassing 61 goals and providing 55 assists across all competitions. His accolades include two Premier League titles from his time with Manchester City in 2018 and 2019.
Sané’s Farewell to Bayern
On Thursday, Sané took to social media to express his gratitude to Bayern fans, reflecting on his five years with the club.
“Dear Bayern fans, after five intense years here in Munich, I’ve decided to start a new chapter in the upcoming season,”
he wrote on Instagram, acknowledging the support he received throughout his journey. He praised the club’s community, saying,
“I’m incredibly proud to have worn the jersey of the best and biggest club in Germany for over 200 matches and will always cherish the titles we’ve won together.”
Sané concluded by thanking the club, his coaches, teammates, and fans for their invaluable support and memories during his stint in Germany.
