A potential move to Galatasaray for Fiorentina midfielder Christ Inao Oulai appears unlikely after the player’s brother ruled out a transfer to the Turkish club.

Oulai’s name has been linked with Galatasaray, but his brother rejected the possibility when questioned by journalist Mehmet Batuhan Ag?r. The statement has added weight to doubts over whether the Ivory Coast international could move to Istanbul.

Ag?r said on X that he had directly asked the player’s brother about his interest in joining Galatasaray.

“Does he want to come to Galatasaray?” the journalist asked.

The response was unequivocal: “No, he will not go to Galatasaray.”

That answer appears to leave little room for the prospect of the midfielder moving to the Istanbul-based club, at least for now. Although speculation about a transfer may continue, the position communicated by Oulai’s brother is clear.

Oulai, whose full name is Christ Ravynel Inao Oulai, remains under contract with ACF Fiorentina until 2031. The Ivory Coast midfielder is currently valued at 28 million euros, an assessment that reflects his standing in the transfer market.

His long-term agreement with the Italian club is also a significant factor in discussions about his future. For Galatasaray, the comments represent a major setback to any possible attempt to recruit him.

The Turkish club’s interest has not been formally confirmed in the report, and the transfer situation remains unresolved. However, based on the statement attributed to Oulai’s brother, Galatasaray does not appear to be the preferred destination at present.

Fiorentina are due to face Monza in their next Serie A fixture, the 12th matchday of the Italian championship.

For that match, betting company 1xbet lists Fiorentina at 1.76 to win. A draw is priced at 3.50, while a Monza victory is listed at 3.10.