Today's Turkish Sports Press: July 22 Transfer Agenda
Today's pages of Fanatik, Sözcü, Takvim, Fotomaç, and Posta highlight Galatasaray's interest in Rafa Leao, Fenerbahçe's claims regarding Guirassy and Ollie Watkins, Beşiktaş's negotiations for Salah, and Trabzonspor's move for Vanat.
Galatasaray: Leao Interest, Lemina Signing, and Icardi Farewell
Galatasaray's transfer agenda stands out today with multiple headlines. It is reported that the yellow-red management has met with the agent of Milan's Portuguese star Rafa Leao to gather information about the player's situation; if Leao does not receive an offer from one of the top five leagues, he is said to be open to joining Galatasaray (Takvim). The club is also looking to add Bruno Fernandes, Amine Gouiri, and Jhon Lucumi to their squad, with the primary target being the signing of a number 10 (Posta).
The situation regarding Mario Lemina has concluded: the Gabonese footballer, whose contract expired, signed a new two-year deal with Galatasaray after a week of indecision (Posta). Discussions have also begun for Bologna's Colombian defender Jhon Lucumi, who is reportedly asking for a transfer fee of 25 million Euros (Posta). It is also mentioned that an annual salary offer of 8 million Euros is being prepared for Juventus defender Bremer (Takvim).
Meanwhile, there is tension regarding Icardi: it is reported that Galatasaray's management expressed a desire to hold a farewell ceremony for the player before the match against Rennes on August 2, but the Argentine star did not respond positively to this offer (Takvim).
Fenerbahçe: Watkins Rumor, Guirassy at Final Stage, Talisca's Goal
A claim based on the English press is emerging in Fenerbahçe's transfer agenda: it is stated that Ollie Watkins, the English striker playing for Aston Villa, is a prominent name on the Yellow-Navy Blue's transfer list, and serious discussions are ongoing between the clubs. A transfer fee expectation of around 35-40 million Euros is reported (Fanatik).
It is reported that the Guirassy transfer is at its final stage: Fenerbahçe has once again sat down with Borussia Dortmund regarding the transfer fee, and they are close to agreeing on 25 million Euros (Sözcü).
On the field, Fenerbahçe defeated Górnik Zabrze 1-0 in the first match of the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round, with Talisca scoring from a free kick in the 37th minute. The Yellow-Navy Blues, who gave almost no chances to their opponent throughout the match, will head to Poland with an advantageous score before the second leg (Sözcü).
Beşiktaş: Salah Negotiations Heat Up, Trossard and Willock on the Agenda
Beşiktaş's hottest topic is Mohamed Salah. In ongoing discussions with the Egyptian star's agent, a salary cost of 20 million Euros has been reached, but negotiations regarding the commission requested by the agent are still ongoing (Takvim). President Serdal Adalı is reportedly continuing talks with the agent to lower the price.
It is reported that the transfer of Leandro Trossard has been completed, and the player will join the training camp in Denmark tomorrow (Sözcü). Discussions have also begun with Newcastle's Nigerian midfielder Joe Willock (Fotomaç). Additionally, it is noted that left-back Wilfred Ndidi has been diagnosed with an ankle injury and will be sidelined for 2-3 weeks (Sözcü).
Trabzonspor: Vanat Move and Tsygankov Interest
Trabzonspor's transfer agenda prominently features Vladyslav Vanat, the Ukrainian striker from Girona. The 24-year-old forward, who is ready to leave the Spanish club that has been relegated to La Liga 2, is expected to be targeted again by the Bordo-Mavililer; the player has scored 70 goals and provided 66 assists in 170 career matches (Fotomaç).
Additionally, it is mentioned that Dinamo Kyiv's Ukrainian right winger Viktor Tsygankov could also be acquired, with the decision resting with Fatih Tekke (Fotomaç). Furthermore, Trabzonspor ranks 11th worldwide with a revenue of 43.5 million Euros from the sale of players under 23 (Fotomaç).
Başakşehir: Seeking Advantage in the Conference League
Başakşehir hosts Finland's Inter Turku today at 20:45 in the first match of the UEFA Conference League second qualifying round. The Orange-Navy Blues aim to secure an advantageous score before the second leg (Fanatik, Fotomaç).
