Başakşehir Parts Ways with Leo Duarte

İstanbul Başakşehir officially announced the departure of long‑time midfielder Leo Duarte. Duarte featured in over 150 matches during his six‑year spell, becoming a key figure in the squad.

The club stated that age and recent performance assessments led to the decision not to extend his contract. Fans expressed disappointment at losing such an experienced player, while the board signaled a shift toward younger talent.

Duarte’s next destination is expected to be a club in another European league.