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This article was automatically translated from the original Turkish version.
The extraordinary general assembly held at Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club at the end of 2024 marked the beginning of administrative changes extending into 2025. The Hasan Arat administration departed from club leadership before completing its term. In response to this development, an extraordinary general assembly was convened due to the management vacuum left by the previous leadership. At this congress, businessman Serdal Adalı was elected president.
Serdal Adalı’s assumption of office was met with high participation, as he secured 8,901 votes to take the presidency.
However, this election was conducted independently of the regular general assembly as stipulated by the club’s bylaws, initiating a transitional management period. Consequently, the club was required to hold a regular elected general assembly in the first half of 2025.
Shortly after assuming office, Serdal Adalı stated that his administration had ended the chaotic management culture at Beşiktaş and restored a climate of harmony within the club. However, he emphasized that for this mandate to be sustainable and for Beşiktaş to achieve a stable structure, renewed confidence from the general assembly would be necessary.
During this period, two main viewpoints emerged within the club community. One group argued that short-term administrations had worn down the club and that a new era was needed; the other group maintained that the current administration required more time to complete its work.
Amid these differing opinions, the club decided to hold a regular elected general assembly on 11 May 2025.
Serdal Adalı repeatedly urged general assembly members to participate, stressing that high turnout was of great importance for Beşiktaş’s future.
Prior to the regular elected general assembly held on 11 May 2025 at Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club, the race narrowed to two candidates. Incumbent president Serdal Adalı, who had assumed office following the extraordinary general assembly, ran again for another term in the regular election.
Another prominent figure from the business world, Gürkan Aksoy, also declared his candidacy and called for change within the Beşiktaş community. Thus, the election became a contest between those seeking continuity with the current administration and those demanding fundamental reform.
During his candidacy, Serdal Adalı emphasized that his primary goal was to establish administrative stability at Beşiktaş. He stated that during his brief tenure, his team had worked to maintain financial balance and taken steps toward sporting success.
Adalı claimed that, thanks to restructuring within the football branch, Beşiktaş had reached a level comparable to top global clubs. He asserted that with proper management, the right technical staff, and sound transfer policies, the club would return to sporting success.
In financial terms, Adalı reiterated his objective to exit the Bankalar Birliği agreement. He explained that revenues generated during the capital increase process had reduced the club’s debt burden. He also highlighted ongoing investments in real estate projects expected to provide long-term income for the club, particularly emphasizing that projects in the Dikilitaş area would make a significant contribution to the club’s economy.
Candidate Serdal Adalı outlines his plans for the club’s future (Anadolu Ajansı)
In contrast, Gürkan Aksoy claimed during the election campaign that Beşiktaş had been worn down by recent administrations and that the club’s interests had been sacrificed for personal gain.
Aksoy pledged to transform Beşiktaş into a structure where the community holds the voice in decision-making. He announced his intention to adopt a transparent, accountable management model that actively involves supporters in governance.
The following projects stood out in Gürkan Aksoy’s election promises:
Aksoy also evaluated the current capital increase process as a failed initiative, arguing that it had been rushed.
Candidate Gürkan Aksoy outlines his plans for the club’s future (Anadolu Ajansı)
Prior to Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club’s 2025 Regular Elected General Assembly, both candidates publicly presented their management board lists. These lists were closely scrutinized both within the club community and by the public. Both candidates carefully selected individuals from the business world as well as from various segments of the club community.
Serdal Adalı largely retained the team he had worked with during his interim tenure and reappointed experienced figures to his list. His list included businesspeople from diverse sectors and individuals closely aligned with the club’s culture.
This list signaled that if re-elected, Adalı would continue the current management approach. He emphasized his commitment to team collaboration and maintaining stability in governance.
Gürkan Aksoy, in contrast, assembled a slate composed entirely of new faces who had not previously held positions within the club. His list included figures from the business world as well as individuals known for their close ties to Beşiktaş’s fan culture.
Aksoy’s list clearly aimed to open the door to a new era at Beşiktaş, emphasizing a participatory management model drawing from diverse segments of the community.
The management lists generated widespread discussion within the club community during the election process. Adalı’s list was seen as emphasizing experience and continuity, while Aksoy’s list was interpreted as representing a desire for change and fresh perspectives.
Both candidates, when presenting their lists, pledged to safeguard Beşiktaş’s interests and adopt a management model accountable to the community.
The 2025 Regular Elected General Assembly of Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club was held on Sunday, 11 May 2025, at the Ataköy Athletics Hall of the Turkish Athletics Federation.
The assembly opened with the election of the presiding board, and Uğur Poyraz was appointed as its president. The meeting continued with a moment of silence and the national anthem, İstiklal Marşı, in honor of the late Supreme Leader Mustafa Kemal Atatürk and his comrades.
According to the club bylaws, a total of 27,588 members who had paid their dues were eligible to vote. Voting was organized across 30 separate ballot boxes set up inside the hall.
Serdal Adalı competed with a white ballot, while Gürkan Aksoy used an orange ballot. Voting operations concluded at 17:00.
The voting process, with approximately 5,500 members participating, attracted intense attention. Supporters and media representatives gathered around the convention hall to closely follow the proceedings.
Although occasional congestion occurred during voting, the overall organization was reported to have proceeded without major issues.
After voting ended at 17:00, vote counting began under the supervision of ballot box committees. The counting was conducted transparently in the presence of the public and delegates.
Serdal Adalı secured a clear majority in all ballot boxes, achieving a decisive victory.
In total, Serdal Adalı received 4,648 votes, while Gürkan Aksoy received 447 votes.
Immediately after the closing of the ballot boxes, the results were announced by Presiding Board President Uğur Poyraz. Serdal Adalı was officially declared re-elected as President of Beşiktaş for a second term.
Following the announcement, Adalı took to the podium to deliver his thank-you speech. In it, he expressed his gratitude for the community’s overwhelming support and declared the beginning of a new era for Beşiktaş.
After the ballot results were announced, Serdal Adalı addressed the general assembly and the club community from the podium.
In his speech, Adalı emphasized that the chaotic environment Beşiktaş had experienced in recent years had come to an end, and declared: “As of 11 May 2025, Beşiktaş’s new ascent has begun,” outlining the goals of the coming period.
He also delivered the following messages to the community:
Adalı concluded his speech with the words: “Take your black and white flags out of the ballot box—the new era has begun,” inviting Beşiktaş supporters to unite once again.
Serdal Adalı receives congratulations after his thank-you speech (Anadolu Ajansı)
Despite losing the election, Gürkan Aksoy also made a statement regarding the process.
Aksoy expressed respect for the election outcome but affirmed that his struggle for Beşiktaş’s interests would not end.
He emphasized that he and his team would continue to defend the club’s interests and remain vigilant in urging the community to ensure the club is managed transparently and accountably.
The election result was widely interpreted within the Beşiktaş community as reflecting a strong desire for stability.
Serdal Adalı’s re-election, following his previous high-vote victory in the extraordinary general assembly and now confirmed by a strong mandate in the regular general assembly, was seen as renewing confidence within the community.
Following the elections, an investiture ceremony for the newly elected president and management board members was held on 13 May 2025 at Tüpraş Stadium.
Attendees included Beşiktaş Divan Kurulu President Tevfik Yamantürk, General Assembly Presiding Board President Uğur Poyraz, newly elected management board members, club professionals, and media representatives.
Serdal Adalı received his investiture certificate from Divan Kurulu President Tevfik Yamantürk and General Assembly Presiding Board President Uğur Poyraz. During the ceremony, all management board members received their certificates and officially assumed their duties.
Additionally, Gökhan Tiryaki, as Chairman of the Audit Board; Devrim Alparslan, as Chairman of the Disciplinary Board; and Sefa Bağcı, as Chairman of the Election and Registry Board, also received their certificates and began their respective roles.
After receiving his certificate, Serdal Adalı delivered a brief address, stating that the election results marked the beginning of a new era for the Beşiktaş community.
In his speech, he said:
He reiterated his commitment to elevate Beşiktaş to the status it deserves and to earn the trust of the community through tireless effort.
Immediately following the ceremony, the management board under Serdal Adalı’s presidency officially began its duties. The new board held its first meeting right after the investiture ceremony.
Adalı and his team announced they would continue their work from where they left off, aligned with Beşiktaş’s sporting and financial objectives.
Ceremony held for the winning president and management board (Anadolu Ajansı)
At the 2025 ordinary general assembly of Beşiktaş J.K., incumbent president Serdal Adalı competed against Gürkan Aksoy.
In the election held on 11 May 2025, approximately 5,500 members voted, and Serdal Adalı was re-elected president with 4,648 votes.
While Adalı emphasized stability, Gürkan Aksoy called for change and transparency. Following the election, Adalı and his team officially assumed their duties in a ceremony held at Tüpraş Stadium, where they received their certificates. Strengthening the club’s financial structure and achieving sporting success have been highlighted as key objectives for the new term.
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