Arda Turan Becomes New Shakhtar Donetsk Head Coach

(MENAFN) Ukrainian football giant Shakhtar Donetsk has officially introduced Arda Turan as their latest head coach, according to a formal announcement released by the club on Tuesday.

The 38-year-old Turkish tactician has entered into a contract with the Donetsk outfit that extends until the summer of 2027.

He steps into the role following Bosnian manager Marino Pusic, who had guided the squad to a Ukrainian Premier League championship in the 2023/24 season but concluded the following campaign in third place, trailing Dynamo Kyiv and FC Oleksandriya.

"I’m proud to have joined Shakhtar – a great club with a rich history and great traditions. It’s a team well known across Europe, with the ambition to win every match. I hope to contribute to the club’s legacy and bring our fans many joyful moments through our play," Turan stated, expressing his excitement about the new opportunity.

He further emphasized the team's aspirations: "We are deeply motivated to win trophies – both in Ukraine and in European competitions."

Shakhtar's Chief Executive Officer, Serhii Palkin, commended Turan as a "promising and ambitious coach" and shared his belief in Turan’s capability to thrive both domestically and internationally.

Prior to this role, Turan commenced his coaching journey with Istanbul’s Eyupspor in April 2023, shortly after concluding his playing career in September 2022.

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