Norwich City winger Milot Rashica is a title-winner after Galatasaray were crowned champions of the Turkish Super Lig for the 23rd time in their history.
The Kosovan international was an unused substitute as they beat rivals Fenerbahce 3-0 at the Nef Stadyumu, a win that kickstarted the celebrations after they claimed the title away at Ankaragucu last weekend.
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— Milotrashica (@milotrashica) June 5, 2023
Former Gala and Liverpool manager Graeme Souness starred in the celebrations - recreating a famous 1996 moment that saw him plant a flag into the centre of the pitch after an Istanbul Derby, prompting him to receive death threats and criticism at the time.
Rashica was also pictured alongside his two young children as he soaked in the atmosphere after a memorable campaign since signing for the Turkish club on a loan deal from Norwich last September.
The winger has become a popular figure at the club - netting six times in 30 appearances for Gala this season.
After the game, the Kosovan international discussed his delight at being a part of a successful squad.
“I am very happy. We became champions. We finished today with a win. The fans are happy, so am I. Everything is very beautiful," Rashica told Fotospor after the Fenerbahce victory.
"We fought until the end, and we showed everything on the field again. We won with a perfect game. I am proud to be a part of this team. I am happy to be a part of this family."
Norwich are expecting Rashica to depart the club this summer after a successful season in Turkey and rising interest in his services.
Fenerbahce are among the sides reportedly monitoring his progress with the player himself preferring a return to Galatasaray next season after enjoying life in Istanbul on and off the pitch.
City will be hoping the funds generated from the departure of the 26-year-old can be partly reinvested into their transfer kitty as they seek to churn their squad following a disappointing Championship campaign last season.
Young defenders Andrew Omobamidele and Max Aarons are also expected to leave the club in the upcoming transfer window with interest building in their services but Norwich are confident they can keep Gabriel Sara at the club.
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