Several European clubs will send scouts to Galatasaray’s Europa League clash against Sparta Prague, eyeing three prominent players; Baris Alper Yilmaz, Kerem Akturkoglu and Abdulkerim Bardakci according to Aksam.
Per the source, Manchester United are interested in Akturkoglu and will be keeping tabs on the winger on Thursday.
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Akturkoglu faced United in the group stage of the Champions League where he impressed the Premier League giants.
Aktürkoğlu has attracted interest from Premier League clubs, particularly United. His performances will be monitored by scouts looking for potential transfer targets.
Akturkoglu scored in the 3-2 away win over United at Old Trafford and the 3-3 draw in Istanbul. In total the 24-year-old has 12 goals and eight assists in 37 appearances in all competitions this season.
Barış Alper Yılmaz has attracted interest from Italian clubs Napoli, Lazio, and Inter Milan are keen on the versatile fullback-winger after his recent impressive performances.
Italian scouts will be present at the match to observe him closely.
Abdülkerim Bardakcı has impressed Germany clubs playing for the national team and Champions League appearances against Bayern Munich.
Scouts will be observing him in action at the Europa League match.
Galatasaray expects significant transfer fees for Kerem and Barış, especially with the approaching European Championship.
The Lions appetite for high-value transfers has grown after selling Sacha Boey to Bayern Munich in a high profile deal.
