Manchester City ‘take action’ to sign Fenerbahçe defender Ferdi Kadıoğlu

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Published on 2024-02-15 15:55:35

A recent report from Turkey has revealed that Manchester City has expressed interest in signing 24-year-old versatile defensive player Ferdi Kadıoğlu. Despite being born in the Netherlands and playing for the Dutch national team at various youth levels, Kadıoğlu made the decision to play for the Turkish national team in 2022.

Kadıoğlu has been a key player for Fenerbahce in the Turkish Super Lig, making 33 appearances, scoring two goals, and providing three assists. His impressive performances have caught the attention of European clubs, including Manchester City. According to Turkish media outlet Fotomac, the Premier League champions have taken steps to sign Kadıoğlu in the upcoming transfer window.

In addition to Manchester City, Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund is also reportedly interested in the defender. While there is no information about the potential transfer fee, Kadıoğlu’s market value is estimated to be €20 million, and he is under contract with Fenerbahce until 2028.

Reports suggest that Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is keen on securing Kadıoğlu’s services for the new season. Manchester City has a history of signing players from the Turkish league, with the most recent being Enes Unal in 2015. Unal, who initially joined Manchester City from Bursaspor, had loan spells with Genk, NAC Breda, and FC Twente before permanently moving to Villarreal in 2017. He is currently playing for AFC Bournemouth in the English Championship.

It remains to be seen whether Manchester City can successfully secure the transfer of Kadıoğlu, but his potential arrival would add depth and quality to the team’s defensive options. The Turkish international’s performances have made him a sought-after target for top European clubs, and Manchester City is determined to strengthen its squad for the upcoming season.

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