Awkward Interview: Football Icon Arda Turan Avoids Eye Contact With Stunning Reporter Linked to His Player

Daria Bondar Savina interviewed Turan

An extraordinary post-match interview unfolded recently as Shakhtar Donetsk manager Arda Turan faced off with Daria Bondar Savina, a reporter who has romantic ties to one of his players. Turan, who celebrated his 39th birthday on January 30, appeared visibly uncomfortable speaking to Savina after their impressive 4-2 away victory against Besiktas in the Europa League. This match contributed to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's departure from his position at the Turkish club.

During the interview, the former Barcelona midfielder struggled to maintain eye contact with the 24-year-old reporter, often fidgeting and keeping his hands in his pockets throughout the two-minute interaction.

Arda Turan evaded eye contact during a tense interview

Daria, dressed in a chic black dress that showcased her long legs, received thorough responses from Turan, who provided lengthy answers amid his apparent discomfort.

Many observers noted that Turan's reluctance to make eye contact might reflect his commitment to his wife, Ashlihan Dogan Turan, whom he married in 2018 and with whom he shares two children.

Turan has been seen making an effort to avoid physical contact with female fans in photos, often extending his arm behind them instead of touching them.

Daria is wed to Valeriy Bondar

Meanwhile, Daria is married to Valeriy Bondar, a 26-year-old defender for Shakhtar, who came up through the club's academy and has earned six caps for Ukraine.

In a previous interview, Daria stated that her marriage did not interfere with her reporting duties, especially when interviewing her husband.

She remarked, "It is not difficult at all; I feel completely at ease. Perhaps it's because I can separate work from personal life. At work, I don't see Valeriy as my husband, which might sound strange."

Daria has shared various successes with Shakhtar