Galatasaray begin transfer talks for Russian attacking midfielder Aleksey Batrakov

Galatasaray have begun talks to sign Russian attacking midfielder Aleksey Batrakov from Lokomotiv Moscow, the Istanbul club announced on Thursday.

Galatasaray – the reigning champions of the Turkish Super Lig – said in a disclosure to Türkiye’s Public Disclosure Platform that negotiations are underway with the 21-year-old and his club.

The transfer fee is reportedly €29 million ($33.9 million), while Batrakov is expected to earn €3.5 million ($4.1 million) per season.

Batrakov arrived at Istanbul’s Ataturk Airport on a flight from Moscow with his family.

He was welcomed by Galatasaray officials and supporters before leaving the airport in a private vehicle.

In 28 Russian Premier League appearances for Lokomotiv Moscow last season, Batrakov scored 13 goals and provided nine assists.