Liverpool favourite Dirk Kyut involved in negotiations to bring Chelsea youngster to Euro Giants

Fenerbahce are stepping up their efforts to sign Chelsea youngster Marco van Ginkel.

The Turkish outlet AMK have stated that former Liverpool and Fenerbahce star Dirk Kyut has spoken to Van Ginkel regarding a move to the Istanbul giants.

Kyut spent six years at Liverpool before making joining Fenerbahce. The 26-year-old established himself as a firm fan favourite during his spell at the Merseyside club.

Per the source, manager Dirk Advocate has also held informal talks with the 24-year-old.

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Turkish-Football recently revealed that Fenerbahce are in talks with Chelsea over the transfer of van Ginkel. The Istanbul giants are hoping to sign the Netherlands international on a loan deal with an option to buy included.

Fenerbahce are on the lookout for a new attacking midfielder this summer after offloading star playmaker Diego Ribas last year.

Van Ginkel made the move to Chelsea from Vitesse back in 2013. However, the Dutch midfielder has hardly featured for the London based club and has spent the majority of his time out on loan.

The 24-year-old is currently out on loan at the Eredivisie giants PSV Eindhoven.