Galatasaray's supporters showed their enthusiasm for Sane's arrival by tuning in to a live broadcast of his flight to Turkey on the club's YouTube channel. Over one million people watched the broadcast, and it seems that this level of passion was a major factor in Sane's decision to join the club. Despite being offered a contract extension by Bayern Munich, where he has played for the past five years, Sane chose to start a new chapter in his career.
Sane made 45 appearances for Bayern last season, scoring 13 goals and assisting 5. He will turn 30 next season and could finish his career by winning the Premier League, Bundesliga, and Super Lig. Sane has released a statement on X, thanking Bayern fans for their support and expressing his gratitude for his time at the club.
"I was very impressed by the size of the club, by how much they wanted me, by how much interest they showed in me," Sane said. "The atmosphere here was always amazing. It was very, very loud. That's why I'm happy to be back. I can't wait to play my first game in front of the fans."
Sane's decision to join Galatasaray marks a new chapter in his career, and he is excited to play for the club's passionate fans. He is looking forward to defending the league title and making new memories with his teammates.