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Galatasaray expresses interest in Stuttgart players El Khannouss and Demirovic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 12:50 PM

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Galatasaray expresses interest in Stuttgart players El Khannouss and Demirovic

Summary

Galatasaray director of development Fatih Demireli confirmed interest in VfB Stuttgart's Bilal El Khannouss and Ermedin Demirovic during the summer transfer window. Despite discussions with the players and the club, both remained at Stuttgart. Galatasaray ultimately signed Aleksey Batrakov and expressed satisfaction with his progress. Stuttgart is set to face Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday.

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By the Numbers

•Galatasaray showed summer interest in Bilal El Khannouss.
•Ermedin Demirovic was also under Galatasaray's consideration.
•Both players stayed at VfB Stuttgart after transfer discussions.
•Aleksey Batrakov signed with Galatasaray and is viewed positively.
•Stuttgart will play Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday.

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12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Galatasaray boss acknowledges summer interest in Stuttgart duo

What they're saying

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Bilal El Khannouss was linked with a move away from VfB Stuttgart over the summer, but ultimately stayed with the Bundesliga club.Speaking to Kicker, Galatasaray director of development Fatih Demireli...
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