It’s been a dream season for Galatasaray Daikin. After clinching the CEV Cup title in a thrilling finale against Chieri '76, the club is already looking toward the future. While the fans are still celebrating, the front office has moved quickly to ensure their championship-winning core remains intact for the 2026/27 campaign.

The Core Four Returns

The engine of Galatasaray’s success remains intact for the upcoming campaign:

İlkin Aydın (Captain & MVP): The heart of the team, Aydın was named the Tournament MVP after a stellar performance in the final where she recorded 19 points, including 4 blocks. Her leadership as captain has been pivotal in guiding the squad to this historic achievement.

Alexia Căruțașu (Opposite): The Turkish-Romanian powerhouse continues to be a primary scoring threat. Her ability to deliver under pressure was a key factor throughout the CEV Cup campaign.

Myriam Sylla (Outside Hitter): The Italian star joined Galatasaray with the explicit goal of winning a European trophy and has already fulfilled that promise. Her championship experience and "never-say-die" attitude remain central to the team's identity.

Britt Bongaerts (Setter): The Dutch orchestrator has been the mastermind behind Galatasaray's offensive flow. Her contract renewal ensures the team maintains the high-level tactical consistency required for Champions League play.

Looking Ahead

To further solidify their defensive wall, the club is also expected to retain key middle blockers Yasemin Güveli and Yuanyuan Wang. Both players finished the domestic season among the top blockers in the Sultanlar Ligi. While their renewals are still being finalized, keeping this elite duo at the net would be a massive statement of intent for Galatasaray’s upcoming

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