Shockwave in Turkish Football: Entire Disciplinary Committee Resigns After Leaked Messages Target Mourinho, Fenerbahçe

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In a dramatic turn of events shaking the foundations of Turkish football, the President and entire board of Turkey’s Professional Football Disciplinary Committee (PFDK) have officially resigned following the leak of WhatsApp messages allegedly showing bias against Jose Mourinho and Fenerbahçe SK.

The scandal erupted after screenshots from a private WhatsApp group surfaced online, revealing controversial and seemingly prejudiced conversations by committee members regarding the newly appointed Fenerbahçe manager, Jose Mourinho, and the Istanbul-based club. The leaked chats appeared to mock the Portuguese coach and suggest targeted disciplinary decisions against Fenerbahçe.

The fallout was swift. Within 24 hours of the leaks going viral across Turkish and international sports media, all members of the PFDK tendered their resignations, prompting calls for a full investigation and reforms in Turkish football governance.

Turkish football fans, especially Fenerbahçe supporters, have taken to social media demanding transparency and accountability from the Turkish Football Federation (TFF), accusing it of systemic bias and manipulation.

Jose Mourinho, who only recently signed a high-profile deal to manage Fenerbahçe, has not publicly commented on the situation, but sources close to the club say he is “fully aware” and monitoring the developments.

Football analysts say the scandal could have wide-reaching implications for the credibility of officiating and governance in the Turkish Super Lig, especially with Mourinho’s presence bringing unprecedented global attention.

The Turkish Football Federation is yet to release an official statement on the leaked messages or outline how it plans to replace the disciplinary board.