Fenerbahçe’s derby options: Asensio and Aké out, Mert Müldür could return
Two absences stand out before the Galatasaray derby. A possible return for Mert Müldür could widen the coaching staff’s options, but his participation is not confirmed.
Fenerbahçe visit Galatasaray at RAMS Park on Monday 26 October. The match starts at 21:30 in Türkiye and 19:30 in Vienna, with squad availability a key pre-match issue.
Two absences and a possible return
According to Anadolu Agency’s preview dated 25 October, injured Marco Asensio and Nathan Aké will miss the derby. The same report says Mert Müldür is expected to return to the squad. Whether he plays depends on the coaching staff; an expected return is not confirmation of a starting place.
The balance I will watch
I think counting the missing players alone is insufficient. Defensive matchups without Aké and the players chosen to connect attacks without Asensio matter. If Mert is available, he could add options; the match squad and on-field choices will show how those options are used.
I distinguish predictions from confirmed information: the two absences are reported in the preview, while Mert’s return remains an expectation. I am not presenting an undisclosed tactical plan or a projected lineup as a final decision.
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