Gheorghe Hagi took up the reins on an 18-month contract last October after Frank Rijkaard's departure, but left the post two months ago after a disappointing five-month stint.

Former Turkey coach Terim, who previously led Gala from 1996 to 2000 and 2002 to 2004, now looks set to return to the helm.

A statement on www.galatasaray.org read: "The new president of Galatasaray Sports Club has reported that Fatih Terim is the new head coach for the football team at Galatasaray."

Gala head into their final game of the season 36 points off the pace in the Super Lig and with no chance of securing European football next term.