Galatasaray are pushing ahead with efforts to sign Ivorian international Wilfried Singo, but AS Monaco remain unmoved in their insistence on a permanent deal worth €30 million.
The Istanbul giants have made the 24-year-old central defender one of their top priorities in this transfer window. Singo, who joined Monaco from Torino two years ago for around €9 million, is under contract until June 2028 and has been valued at €25 million by Transfermarkt.
His standout performances last season, particularly in the Champions League, have strengthened Monaco’s resolve not to part with him for less than their asking price.
Galatasaray have already tabled a loan proposal in the hope of securing the former Torino player’s services, but Monaco rejected the offer outright, making it clear they would only sanction a permanent transfer. Negotiations remain ongoing, with the Turkish club keen to persuade the Principality side to soften their stance.
Singo, who earns €1.84 million per year, has been on Galatasaray’s radar for several weeks, with the club eager to bolster their defensive options before the new campaign begins.
The Ivorian’s physical presence, defensive consistency and ability to contribute in high-pressure matches are seen as major assets for a side aiming to compete strongly both domestically and in Europe.
Monaco’s position is underpinned by the player’s importance to their squad and his long-term contract. Having invested in his development and witnessed his rapid adaptation to Ligue 1 football, the club are in no rush to sell unless a deal meets their financial expectations.
While Galatasaray remain determined to bring Singo to Istanbul, the gap between the two clubs’ valuations presents a significant obstacle.
The Turkish champions face a race against time to finalise the signing, as they continue to explore possible compromises that might bring Monaco to the negotiating table.
The standoff highlights the competitive nature of this summer’s transfer market, with top-performing defenders in high demand and commanding substantial fees.
Whether Galatasaray can meet Monaco’s terms — or convince them to lower their demands — will be decisive in determining if the Ivorian defender makes the switch before the window closes.
