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Galatasaray Appoints Gianmarco Pozzecco Head Coach on Deal Through 2026–27

The former Italy coach returns to club sidelines in Istanbul after departing the national team following EuroBasket elimination to Slovenia.

Overview

  • Galatasaray confirmed the hiring via an official social media communiqué, with Pozzecco starting on January 5, 2026.
  • He replaces Yakup Sekizkök, who was removed earlier in the season after a poor run of results.
  • The contract runs through the end of the 2026/27 season, according to the club announcement.
  • This marks Pozzecco’s second coaching post abroad after a short spell with ASVEL that ended in January 2024 while he also led Italy.
  • Pozzecco carries a reputation for a fiery touchline style, including expulsions for double technicals in each official tournament during his Italy tenure.