Turkish police detain journalist over Jamal Musiala transfer rumor

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 7:03 AM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Turkish police detain journalist over Jamal Musiala transfer rumor
Summary

Burhan Can Terzi has been detained by Turkish police for reporting that Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala would join Galatasaray this summer. The custody is part of an investigation led by the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office concerning the spread of misleading information. Initial pushback against the rumor came from various sources denying its validity, and Galatasaray issued an official statement rejecting any such potential transfer. Further developments in the inquiry are expected as it progresses.

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  • Burhan Can Terzi was taken into custody in Turkey.
  • The rumour linked Jamal Musiala to Galatasaray this summer.
  • Galatasaray issued a statement denying the transfer.
  • The investigation is conducted by the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office.
  • The rumour faced pushback from multiple sources.
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  • 7:03 AMYahoo SportsTurkish journalist in custody for rumour linking Jamal Musiala with Galatasaray
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Burhan Can Terzi has been detained by Turkish police for reporting that Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala would join Galatasaray this summer.According to NTV, the journalist was taken into custody as part...

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