Denis Zakaria is being linked with a move from Monaco to Galatasaray, with the transfer currently rated at a 51% likelihood according to figures in Türkiye.
The Switzerland and DR Congo international, valued at €25.00m, is rumoured to be on Galatasaray’s midfield shortlist as the Süper Lig side explore options to reinforce in defensive midfield. Monaco are listed as his current club, but publicly available data does not show a defined contract end date, leaving open the possibility that the 29-year-old could yet move on in a cut‑price deal or even approach free‑agent status, depending on his situation in the Principality.
Zakaria, who wears the No 6 shirt at Monaco and stands at 1.90m, has been tracked across Europe for several years due to his blend of physical presence and ball‑winning ability at the base of midfield. Any approach from Galatasaray would likely hinge on how closely Monaco’s valuation aligns with his latest market value and whether the French club are prepared to cash in on a player whose listed valuation has recently settled back to €25.00m after peaking higher in previous seasons.
The defensive midfielder was born in Geneva on 20 November 1996 and has built a career across several of Europe’s major leagues. After emerging at Servette and progressing through Servette’s youth and U21 sides, he moved to BSC Young Boys before earning a transfer to Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. A subsequent switch to Juventus took him to Serie A, followed by a loan to Chelsea in the Premier League, before his permanent move to Monaco in Ligue 1.
His market value history reflects a player once rated as high as €45.00m during his time in Germany, prior to fluctuations linked to form, injuries and subsequent moves. Now, with experience in Switzerland, Germany, Italy, England and France, a potential step into the Süper Lig would add another major European league to his CV.
While there are no confirmed terms, contract details or timelines at this stage, Galatasaray’s interest appears to be focused on Zakaria’s ability to anchor midfield and provide a platform for more attacking players. If the rumoured move does materialise, it could signal a new phase in his career, offering the chance to re‑establish his reputation as a top‑level defensive midfielder in a different footballing environment.
