Sane s Oriental Adventure: When German Wings Meets Bosphorus

On a summer night in Istanbul, Galatasaray fans gathered in Taksim Square, and the light from the mobile phone screen was connected. They are waiting for news from Munich – German winger Sane is about to become their new hero. In the early morning of June 12, a "here we go" by transfer expert Romano detonated the entire Turkish football world.

"It's like a dream." Emre, a Galatasaray fan, shouted to the camera. Behind him, fans have already sang the temporary adaptation of Sane's song. In this city spanning Eurasia, football is always the most passionate belief. And Sane's arrival may write a new legend.

Meanwhile, Bayern headquarters on Seberna Street in Munich is brightly lit. Sports director Froind is sorting out Sane's transfer documents, and the coffee on the table is already cold. "We did our best," he smiled bitterly at the media, "But that's how the world of football is. "

29-year-old Sane was brilliant at Bayern's four years - 220 games, 61 goals and 55 assists, and six Bundesliga champions. But the tug-of-war at the negotiation table for renewal lasted for a full three months, and eventually got stuck on the issue of annual salary. When Galatasaray offered an olive branch of 15 million euros after tax, the decision became natural.

"I want to try new challenges. " Sane wrote in his farewell letter. It reminds me of what happened when he left Manchester City four years ago. Guardiola said at the time: "He needs the feeling of being needed." Now history has been repeated, but the stage has been replaced by a more fanatical Türkiye.

In a five-star hotel in Istanbul, Galatasaray chairman Elmas is having dinner with Sane agent. Outside the window, a cruise ship in the Bosphorus slowly passed. "Here, you will be king." Elmas raised his wine glass. In the contract in front of them, the zeros behind the annual salary figure are dizzyingly large.

This transfer shocked the entire football world. Premier League commentator Neville bluntly said on the show: "Going to Turkey at the age of 29? It's too early!" But former Galatasaray legend Haji retorted: "The Turkish Super League is rising, and there is unparalleled passion here. "

Sane is packing his luggage at home in Munich at this moment. There is also a family photo of the Champions League championship last year hanging on the wall, and his wife is helping the children prepare for transfer procedures. "Dad, are we going to live next to the bridge?" The five-year-old son asked, pointing to the photo of Istanbul. Sane nodded with a smile, his eyes filled with anxiety about the unknown and expectations for a new journey.

On social media, the topic of #Sane going to Turkish Super League# has become a hot topic. Some Bayern fans posted a video of him winning Dortmund, with the caption "Thank you forever"; some Galatasaray fans put him in a red and yellow jersey with the famous Galatata in the background. The aftermath of this transfer is still spreading. It is reported that Sane's departure may accelerate Bayern's pursuit of Barcelona winger Rafinia. In Istanbul, some businesses have begun to rush to make pirated jerseys with the Sane name printed on it. The world of football is so wonderful. Yesterday, he was still the darling of Allianz Stadium, and tomorrow he will become the new king of Ali Samiyan Stadium. When Sane's plane landed in Istanbul, what awaited him was not only an annual salary of 15 million euros, but also a new adventure full of spices and shouts.

As Galatasaray official recommended: "The sea breeze of Bosphorus will witness a new legend. "