Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex

Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex
Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi
Map
Interactive map of Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex
Full nameAli Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi
LocationŞişli, Istanbul, Turkey
Coordinates41°6′10.33″N 28°59′25.51″E / 41.1028694°N 28.9904194°E / 41.1028694; 28.9904194
OwnerGalatasaray S.K.
OperatorGalatasaray SK
Construction
Broke ground13 December 2007
Built2007–
Opened15 January 2011; 15 years ago (2011-01-15)
Architect'asp' architekten Stuttgart[1]
Tenants
Galatasaray S.K.
Daikin, Official Sponsor of Galatasaray SK, Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex
Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi Galatasaray store interior
First Floor of the Galatasaray Store & Entertainment Center
Galatasaray Store & Entertainment Center

Ali Sami Yen Sports Complex or Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi is a multi-purpose sports complex in the Şişli district of Istanbul, Turkey. It is owned by Galatasaray SK. The complex covers an area of approximately 120,000 m2 (1,300,000 sq ft).

Construction

Phase Name Status
1. Rams Global Stadium Completed
2. Galatasaray Store and Entertainment Center Completed
3. Galatasaray Aslantepe Valley Proposed

Phase 1

Main article: Rams Global Stadium

The home ground of Galatasaray is the Rams Global Stadium in the Aslantepe quarter near Maslak financial district in Şişli. The stadium, which was opened on January 15, 2011, has a capacity of 52,223 seats, making it the largest private stadium owned by a club in Turkey.[2]

Phase 2

Galatasaray Store & Entertainment Center was opened on February 7, 2012. Galatasaray Store & Entertainment Center covers an area of approximately 1,650 m2 (17,800 sq ft). The first floor is dedicated to Galatasaray Store with the help of Nike. The second floor consists of Ülker Fan Zone, Sony PlayStation,[3] Galatasaray HDI Insurance, GS Bilyoner and Magic Pictures[4] areas.[5]

Floor Section
1. Galatasaray Store
2. Entertainment Center

[6]

Phase 3

Aslantepe Valley Project

Aslantepe Valley Sports Complex
Map
Interactive map of Aslantepe Valley Sports Complex
LocationAslantepe Valley, Istanbul, Türkiye
OwnerGalatasaray S.K.
TypeMulti-sport complex
CapacityBasketball: 10,000 (+2,500 auxiliary hall);

Volleyball: 5,000 (+2,500 auxiliary hall); Aquatics: Variable (Olympic-standard); Tennis: ~3,000; Judo & multi-purpose halls: 800–1,500; Esports: ~1,200; Chess & Bridge: 300–600;

Athletics: Variable (World Athletics Class 1)

Aslantepe Valley Project is a large-scale, multi-sport and mixed-use development planned by Galatasaray Sports Club in Istanbul, Turkey. The project is located in the Aslantepe (Seyrantepe) district, adjacent to Rams Park, and is intended to consolidate the club’s indoor sports branches, training infrastructure, and administrative functions within a single integrated campus.[7]

Background

The Aslantepe Valley Project has been publicly presented during Galatasaray Sports Club general assembly and divan board meetings as a long-term strategic investment. Club officials have stated that the project aims to centralize facilities that are currently dispersed, while creating modern venues capable of hosting international sporting events and non-sporting activities such as concerts and congresses.[8]

Facilities

Basketball Facilities

The project includes a 10,000-seat multi-purpose indoor basketball arena, designed to host domestic and international basketball competitions as well as concerts, congresses, and large-scale events. Within the same complex, a 2,500-seat secondary basketball hall is planned for Galatasaray’s women’s basketball team, youth competitions, and training activities. According to official statements, the main arena will feature 75 VIP boxes and a Sky Lounge located on the upper levels.[9]

Volleyball Facilities

A 5,000-seat indoor volleyball arena is planned for the club’s volleyball teams. In addition, a 2,500-seat secondary volleyball hall will be located within the same structure and is intended primarily for the women’s volleyball team and development programs. The volleyball arena is designed as a multi-purpose venue capable of hosting international tournaments, concerts, and congress events, and will include 35 VIP boxes and a Sky Lounge.[10]

Aquatics

The Aslantepe Valley Project features an Olympic-standard aquatics center consisting of two 50-metre swimming pools, one designated for competition and the other for warm-up and training. The facility is planned with spectator seating suitable for national and international swimming competitions.[11]

Tennis

An indoor tennis center built to international standards is planned as part of the complex. The facility is intended to support professional tournaments as well as year-round training activities and is expected to include spectator seating for major events.[12]

Athletics and Other Sports

The project includes indoor athletics and training facilities designed in accordance with Olympic standards. In addition, dedicated halls are planned for sports such as judo, as well as facilities for e-sports, chess, and bridge, with flexible configurations depending on the type of event or competition.[13]

Training and Camp Facilities

Dedicated training and camp facilities are planned within the Aslantepe Valley campus for use by Galatasaray athletes across multiple branches. These facilities are intended to support pre-season camps, long-term training programs, and youth development activities.[14]

Commercial Areas

Commercial areas are integrated into the site plan of the Aslantepe Valley Project in order to ensure year-round activity and financial sustainability. These areas include retail units, food and beverage outlets, and fan-oriented public spaces connected to both event-day and non-event-day usage.[15]

Administrative Offices

As part of the project, administrative offices for Galatasaray Sports Club management are planned to be relocated from the existing stadium complex to dedicated office spaces within the Aslantepe Valley campus. This relocation is intended to centralize sporting, administrative, and commercial operations. The project includes a multi-storey club and accommodation building housing administrative offices, athlete accommodation, meeting facilities, and VIP areas.[16]

Standards

According to official statements, all facilities within the Aslantepe Valley Project are planned to be constructed in compliance with Olympic standards relevant to their respective sports. In addition, the project aims to meet the highest international federation requirements to enable the hosting of international competitions across multiple disciplines.[17]

Status

As of the latest publicly available statements, the Aslantepe Valley Project remains in the planning and approval phase. Construction timelines and implementation stages are subject to regulatory processes and investment structuring.[18]

See also

References

  1. ^ asp stuttgart
  2. ^ "Stadium info". Galatasaray SK. Archived from the original on 4 November 2011. Retrieved 9 November 2011.
  3. ^ "Sony PlayStation 3 Futbol Turnuvası Aslantepe GSStore'da Başlıyor!". Galatasaray SK. Retrieved 25 May 2012.
  4. ^ "Magic Pictures". Magic Pictures. Retrieved 25 May 2012.
  5. ^ "Yeni Stat, Yeni Anlayış, Yeni GSStore". Galatasaray SK. Archived from the original on 27 April 2012. Retrieved 25 May 2012.
  6. ^ "Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi GS Store". Galatasaray SK Official Youtube. Retrieved 21 August 2012.[dead YouTube link]
  7. ^ [[1](https://www.galatasaray.org/haber/kulup/kulubumuzun-yillik-olagan-genel-kurul-toplantisi-gerceklestirildi/56318) "Kulübümüzün Yıllık Olağan Genel Kurul Toplantısı gerçekleştirildi"]. Galatasaray.org. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  8. ^ [[2](https://www.galatasaray.org/haber/kulup/divan-kurulu-agustos-ayi-olagan-toplantisi-gerceklestirildi/55932) "Divan Kurulu Ağustos Ayı Olağan Toplantısı gerçekleştirildi"]. Galatasaray.org. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  9. ^ [[3](https://www.sozcu.com.tr/galatasaray-da-100-yila-damga-vuracak-aslantepe-projesi-p140688) "Galatasaray'da '100 yıla damga vuracak' Aslantepe projesi"]. Sözcü. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  10. ^ [[4](https://www.habervitrini.com/galatasaray-tarihi-insaat-projesi-icin-bakanliktan-onay-aldi/1154597) "Galatasaray tarihi inşaat projesi için bakanlıktan onay aldı"]. Habervitrini. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  11. ^ [[5](https://www.galatasaray.org/haber/kulup/kulubumuzun-yillik-olagan-genel-kurul-toplantisi-gerceklestirildi/56318) "Kulübümüzün Yıllık Olağan Genel Kurul Toplantısı gerçekleştirildi"]. Galatasaray.org. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  12. ^ [[6](https://www.sozcu.com.tr/galatasaray-da-100-yila-damga-vuracak-aslantepe-projesi-p140688) "Galatasaray'da '100 yıla damga vuracak' Aslantepe projesi"]. Sözcü. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  13. ^ [[7](https://www.galatasaray.org/haber/kulup/divan-kurulu-agustos-ayi-olagan-toplantisi-gerceklestirildi/55932) "Divan Kurulu Ağustos Ayı Olağan Toplantısı gerçekleştirildi"]. Galatasaray.org. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  14. ^ [[8](https://www.galatasaray.org/haber/kulup/kulubumuzun-yillik-olagan-genel-kurul-toplantisi-gerceklestirildi/56318) "Kulübümüzün Yıllık Olağan Genel Kurul Toplantısı gerçekleştirildi"]. Galatasaray.org. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  15. ^ [[9](https://www.habervitrini.com/galatasaray-tarihi-insaat-projesi-icin-bakanliktan-onay-aldi/1154597) "Galatasaray tarihi inşaat projesi için bakanlıktan onay aldı"]. Habervitrini. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  16. ^ [[10](https://www.sozcu.com.tr/galatasaray-da-100-yila-damga-vuracak-aslantepe-projesi-p140688) "Galatasaray'da '100 yıla damga vuracak' Aslantepe projesi"]. Sözcü. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  17. ^ [[11](https://www.galatasaray.org/haber/kulup/divan-kurulu-agustos-ayi-olagan-toplantisi-gerceklestirildi/55932) "Divan Kurulu Ağustos Ayı Olağan Toplantısı gerçekleştirildi"]. Galatasaray.org. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  18. ^ [[12](https://www.habervitrini.com/galatasaray-tarihi-insaat-projesi-icin-bakanliktan-onay-aldi/1154597) "Galatasaray tarihi inşaat projesi için bakanlıktan onay aldı"]. Habervitrini. Retrieved 8 February 2026. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
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