Gaziantep FK's management has announced a surprise decision, with Erim Arıkan stating he will not be part of the team in the new season. Erim Arıkan made the announcement on his social media account, stating that he had completed his term as a member of the club's management board with great pride, dedication, and a sense of belonging. During his tenure, he made every effort to take the club's success and the city's brand to the highest level. He thanked all his colleagues and supporters who supported him during his term. However, due to differences in vision and approach between his personal management style and the planned management structure, vision, and principles for the new period, he decided not to be part of the new management board. He emphasized that his love and loyalty to Gaziantep FK will always remain. He also expressed his willingness to take on a new role in the club's management if his vision and management approach align with the new management team, and contribute to the club's future. He thanked all the management board members, technical staff, players, club personnel, and the loyal Gaziantep FK supporters who were always by his side during his term.