Fenerbahçe has reportedly made a surprising move in the transfer market, initiating contact with English Premier League side Brighton & Hove Albion regarding a potential loan deal for their former player, Ferdi Kadıoğlu according to Fanatik.
The Yellow Canaries are looking to bring the Turkish international back to Istanbul, less than a year after his lucrative transfer to England.
Kadıoğlu, 25, departed Fenerbahçe last year in a deal valued at €30 million, with an additional €5 million in potential bonuses and a 10 percent share of any future sale.
Despite the high hopes accompanying his move to Brighton, his debut season in the Premier League has been significantly hampered by injury. Kadıoğlu has only managed to feature in eight matches for Brighton due to a persistent capsule tear in his left big toe joint.
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Fenerbahçe’s management has reportedly contacted Brighton to inquire about the terms of a loan agreement, including the rental fee and other conditions.
The potential return of Kadıoğlu is understood to be a strategic move for manager Jose Mourinho. If the versatile full-back rejoins the squad, it could allow Mourinho to deploy Jayden Oosterwolde in a left central defensive role, providing tactical flexibility to the team.
Adding another layer of intrigue to the situation, it has been claimed that Brighton executives informed Fenerbahçe during their inquiry that fierce rivals Galatasaray are also interested in the player.
This reported interest from multiple Turkish giants could set up a bidding war for Kadıoğlu’s temporary services, further complicating negotiations for Fenerbahçe.
The coming weeks will be crucial as Fenerbahçe presses its case to bring Kadıoğlu back to the Süper Lig, hoping to capitalize on his desire for consistent playing time and recovery from injury, while navigating the complexities of Brighton’s demands and Galatasaray’s reported rival interest.
