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Derin Çağırgan: Accusations of Affair with Ekrem İmamoğlu Surface in Turkey

Published January 16, 2026, 20:08
Derin Çağırgan: Accusations of Affair with Ekrem İmamoğlu Surface in Turkey

Turkish volleyball player Derin Çağırgan is at the center of a scandal in Turkey, accused of having over 300 phone conversations with Ekrem İmamoğlu, the former mayor of Istanbul. Turkish authorities and media claim the frequent communication suggests an extramarital affair, which Çağırgan vehemently denies. She states that she met İmamoğlu by chance and that their contact was limited. However, reports indicate that the athlete made 570 calls to İmamoğlu's bodyguard. The allegations began with a claim by an influencer, who asserts that İmamoğlu financially supported Çağırgan and provided her with a comfortable lifestyle.