The Turkish midfielder clarifies on social media: “I never betrayed Inter nor said I was unhappy. History will remember those who stood firm, not those who just spoke loudly.” Thuram shows support with a `like`.
Hakan Calhanoglu replied to Lautaro Martinez with a post on social media. He stated: “These are words that create division instead of unity. History will remember those who stood firm in their positions, not those who just raised their voice. Regarding the future, we will see. I have never declared that I am unhappy here at Inter, nor have I ever betrayed this shirt.”
The Statement
In his long message published on Instagram (in Italian and Turkish), Calhanoglu explained his absence from the recent match, attributing it to a muscle injury sustained during a training session in the United States, aggravating a previous injury suffered in the Champions League final. He emphasized his disappointment at the defeat and his connection to the team, highlighted by calling teammates after the match. He then criticized the “harsh words” received, calling them “words that divide, not unite.”
He continued by reiterating that he has never sought excuses and has always acted responsibly, striving to be a point of reference through actions rather than words. He emphasized the importance of mutual respect, stating that he has always demonstrated it. He categorically denied ever betraying Inter or being unhappy, recalling that he had rejected important offers to stay in Milan because “I know what this shirt represents.” Citing his experience as national team captain, he concluded that a true leader supports his teammates and does not look for scapegoats. He reaffirmed his love for the sport, the club, and the team colors, for which he has always given his utmost. Regarding the future, he repeated: “We will see,” but concluded that “history will always remember who stood tall. Not who raised their voice the most.”
Thuram`s Support
The controversy then moved to social media, where Marcus Thuram seems to have taken a stance in favor of Calhanoglu. The French forward, in fact, `liked` the post in which the Turkish midfielder responded to Lautaro (and, implicitly, to Marotta). A gesture on social media that, although sometimes not a true reflection of reality, in this context appears significant and perhaps not accidental. The article concludes by suggesting that the summer holidays will be good for everyone, including those who might leave Inter.
