Galatasaray and Turkey national team goalkeeper Uğurcan Çakır spent the night in hospital under intensive treatment after contracting a viral infection.
The 29-year-old fell ill following his return from Turkey’s match against Kosovo, where he played despite feeling unwell due to weather conditions during preparations.
According to journalist Ali Naci Küçük, as cited by fan account PesindeyizApp, Çakır was admitted to hospital on April 1, 2026. Medical reports confirm a viral infection, though no specific virus has been publicly named.
The 1.91m shot-stopper, who joined Galatasaray in a record 2025 transfer from Trabzonspor, has earned over 38 caps for his country.
The club has not yet announced his expected recovery time. Further updates are likely once medical evaluations are complete.