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Amedspor Chairman Explains Dia Saba Jersey Number Controversy After Turkish League Win

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First reported by Mako · Aug 18, 2026

What happened

After Dia Saba's number 10 celebration following Amedspor's Turkish league win, the club revealed the jersey was promised to new signing Samuel Ballet at his mother's request, causing internal conflict. Chairman Nahit Eran apologized for any offense to Saba, citing a misunderstanding of the number's importance to him.

01Dia Saba celebrated scoring with a number 10 gesture, sparking controversy at Amedspor.
02Saba requested the number 10 jersey, but it was promised to new signing Samuel Ballet.
03Ballet's mother requested the number 10 jersey during transfer negotiations.
04Amedspor chairman Nahit Eran apologized for offending Saba, citing lack of information.
05Saba posted the number 10 gesture on Instagram twice, emphasizing its significance.
06The dispute highlights challenges in jersey number assignments within the club.

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