Former Fenerbahce midfielder Serhat Akin was the victim of an armed attack, as reported by the football club's press service.
According to media sources, the incident occurred on Thursday, resulting in Akin sustaining a gunshot wound to his leg. He was urgently hospitalized. Details of the incident have yet to be disclosed.
Fenerbahce statement
We condemn the armed attack on our former football player Serhat Akin. We wish him a speedy recovery and a speedy recovery. We expect the perpetrators to be held accountable before justice as soon as possible.
Serhat Akin is 43 years old. He played for Fenerbahce from 2000 to 2005, making 154 appearances, during which he scored 49 goals and provided 27 assists. For the Turkish national team, he netted three goals in 16 matches.
