Wednesday Fulham Stuff - 02/07/25...

[WhiteJC]

Osmand joins Celtic
Callum Osmand has joined Celtic.

The Under-21s striker was offered a new contract at Fulham but has opted to join the Scottish side.

Callum, who joined Fulham at the age of 13, scored 18 goals for the U21s side last season.

We wish Callum the best of luck in this next chapter of his career.



https://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2025/june/30/osmand-joins-celtic/

[WhiteJC]

Fulham tracking Reitz
Sky Deutschland have confirmed that Fulham are keeping taps on Borussia Monchengladbach's talented midfielder Rocco Reitz.

Florian Plettenberg confirmed previous reporting from Jack Kelly that the Londoners are looking to sign the Germany under-21 star. Plettenberg revealed that Whites' scouts watched all of his performances during the tournament in Slovenia, where the Germans reached the final before being beaten in a five-goal thriller by Lee Carsley's England side. Reitz, now 23, made two goals in the tournament and has shone for Gladbach over the past couple of seasons to become one of the most highly-rated midfielders in Germany.

His ability to play in a number of midfield positions having started out as a holding midfielder and operated both as a more conventional central midfielder and as an number ten over the past year with Die Fohlen is particularly attractive to Fulham head coach Marco Silva, who is seeking to reshape his squad over the summer as the Cottagers look push into the top half of the table. But Gladbach are determined to keep hold of their talented midfielder, who is contracted until 2028, and his release clause of £17.2m only becomes active next season.

That hasn't stopped a whole host of suitors from expressing an interest in signing Reitz, with West Ham United, Brighton and Hove Albion and Inter Milan known to keen to sign him. Plettenberg says Fulham have yet to make a formal offer to Gladbach, but our sources suggest they may test the water with an enquiry in the coming days.



https://hammyend.com/index.php/2025/07/fulham-tracking-reitz/

[WhiteJC]

Who Is Rocco Reitz?
With Jack Kelly, and subsequently Florian Plettenburg, reporting that Whites hold strong interest in U21 Euro Finalist Rocco Reitz, many of the Fulham faithful have questioned who the Glabach star is. Let's find out.

Player Comparison: Declan Rice
Like Rice, Reitz goes from sideline to sideline, intercepting the ball and tracking back at rapid speed, often regaining possession. Thus, the German's sky-high interception numbers.
Drawing comparison to the Arsenal man once more, Rocco partners an ability to be a true defensive breaker with a skillset that allows him to be a real difference maker in the final third – whether that be arriving late into the box, or going beyond target man, Tim Kleindienst, to create chances for himself or his teammates beyond the striker.
Add to this Reitz's diminutive 5'9 frame, and the Borussia man's efficient use of his low centre of gravity in possession, especially around the final third, and it's fair to say Rocco has the profile to dominate all aspects of the midfield battle.

A Statistical Introspection
Reitz is your prototypical box-to-box midfielder. The season before last, in 23/24, the now 23-year-old Rocco produced nine goal involvements from central midfield.
Fast forward to the season gone by, and the former Saint Truiden loanee's goal involvements halved. However, the Duisburg-born prodigy's defensive output skyrocketed.



In the top 95% for blocks and clearances against midfielders, whilst maintaining a position in the 99th percentile for interceptions per 90. This fluidity in playstyle shows Reitz's midfield versatility.
Whether it be as part of a Berge-Lukic-like pivot, or as the most advanced eight as part of a midfield three, impressive take-ons and touches in the opposing penalty area, alongside his 23/24 six-goal haul, proves that Rocco can do it all.

How Would Reitz Fit Into This Fulham Team?
A midfield pairing of Sander Berge and Rocco Reitz is something to marvel at. Not only does Reitz fit into the profile of reducing London's Original's hallowed average age, at just 23, but, as I've outlined, the Die Fohlen graduate would add a specialist, yet multi faceted profile to the Cottagers' midfield.
Sasa Lukic proved his weight in gold last campaign – a true jack-of-all-trades – but sometimes in football, you have to be cut-throat and take up the chance of signing a potentially special talent. Lukic's proficiency at all, yet specialisation in none, limited Berge to not offer his transitional or creative qualities in the middle of the park last term.

The addition of Rocco Reitz would lighten the Norwegian's defensive load, permitting Reitz to showcase the defensive capabilities he put on display in Germany last season. Rocco would further give the Whites greater hold in transition, as both players have immense recovery speed, outright athleticism, and attacking ability.
The duo's profile would likely see the Whites alter between a defensive-by-committee pivot or choosing an out-and-out six – likely decided by the physical makeup of the opposition – with the 6'5 frame of Berge preferred against more aerially vulnerable sides.

Providing Berge the defensive solidity to arrive late in the box, with his towering stature, should be a priority now July 1st is here. Rocco Reitz does that and much more.

Fulham's Most Exciting Link This Summer: A Future Star?
Reitz is the link that has excited me most in the early periods of this summer window. I can really see the recent Euros star as the star player the Whites are yearning for. Tony, it's a no brainier. Get Rocco down the Cottage.



https://medium.com/@LondonsOriginal/who-is-rocco-reitz-56b2e96fc55d

[WhiteJC]

Fulham have concrete interest in signing, make contact – Club 'desperate' to keep player
Fulham are 'specifically interested' in a move for Borussia Mönchengladbach's Rocco Reitz this summer.

That's according to Sky Deutschland, and they cover Fulham's interest and the Bundesliga club's plan for the 23-year-old.

The defensive midfielder is an academy graduate and has been a regular since returning from a loan spell at Sint-Truiden in the summer of 2023. He played 28 games last season and missed over a month due to a toe injury.

His performances seem to have convinced Marco Silva's side, who are showing 'concrete interest' in securing his services. Reitz was also part of the Germany U21 squad that lost the European championship final to England U21 last weekend.

The report states the Gladbach fan favourite has received multiple enquires, including one from the Premier League club. The player has a contract lasting until 2028, and the German club seem to be worried about several clubs trying to sign him.

There's a possibility for Reitz to change clubs this summer and Sky state Borussia Mönchengladbach are 'desperate' to keep him. It's unclear whether they'll be successful or if Fulham will convert their concrete interest into an offer.



http://sportwitness.co.uk/fulham-have-concrete-interest-in-signing-make-contact-club-desperate-to-keep-player/

[WhiteJC]

Fulham set to let player leave for free – Securing percentage of future transfer
Last month, Fulham released a list of players who will leave the club when their contracts expire on June 30th.
Report Ad

The Premier League side didn't include Adrion Pajaziti in the list and his contract was set to expire yesterday.

Tuesday's edition of Croatian newspaper 24 Sata reports on the midfielder's contractual situation at Fulham and where he would play next season.

Marco Silva's side had an option to extend Pajaziti's contract for another year and 24 Sata states they have exercised that option.

Hajduk Split are keen on signing the London-born Albania international this summer. The English club's decision would normally make it difficult for them to complete the operation, but that isn't the case.

The newspaper states Ivan Rakitić is set to assist the Croatian club's sporting leaders and has already made contact with the Fulham player.

It's claimed Hajduk Split are set to sign the 22-year-old without paying any compensation to the London club. However, Fulham will get a percentage of a future sale.

Pajaziti graduated from Fulham's academy and made only one appearance for their senior team. He spent last season on loan at HNK Gorica.



http://sportwitness.co.uk/claim-fulham-decide-to-release-player-for-free-despite-renewing-contract/

[WhiteJC]

Report – Man Utd & Fulham Join Galatasaray In Race For Inter Milan & Turkey Superstar
Man Utd and Fulham are reportedly ready to rival Galatasaray for the signature of wantaway Inter Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu.

Per Sport Mediaset via FCInter1908, the Premier League sides have joined the Turks in the race for the 31-year-old.

Galatasaray's interest in Hakan Calhanoglu is well-documented.

However, the reigning Super Lig holders have proved unwilling to meet Inter's valuation of their prized asset.

Indeed, they will not match the Turkish playmaker's €40 million asking price.

Man Utd & Fulham Set to Rival Galatasaray for Inter Milan Ace Hakan Calhanoglu
With Galatasaray unprepared to go beyond €15m to sign the Turk, a deal looks increasingly likely to fall through.

However, Calhanoglu could still depart San Siro to embark on a career in the Premier League.

Man Utd and Fulham have reportedly established contact with the player's representatives.

In addition to the English clubs, several Saudi Pro League teams have inquired about Calhanoglu.

While the ex-AC Milan midfielder doesn't see himself in the desert, a chance to ply his trade in England could be tempting.



https://sempreinter.com/2025/07/01/man-utd-fulham-join-galatasaray-race-inter-milan-ace-calhanoglu/

[WhiteJC]

Fulham, Newcastle United advance interest in Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Fulham and Newcastle United have stepped up their pursuit of the signature of former Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

According to a report from Football Insider, Dominic Calvert-Lewin could choose to continue in the Premier League following his Everton exit, with Fulham and Newcastle United keen on signing the English international. Both clubs see this as a great opportunity to snap up a top-quality striker on a bargain.

Calvert-Lewin has parted ways with the Merseyside club after nine long years. The experienced English striker is now officially a free agent, which means he is free to choose the next club he wants to play for.

The 28-year-old joined the Toffees back in 2016, and over the years, he was one of their mainstays. In his 273 matches for Everton, he scored 71 goals and even bagged 22 goals. While he was a key figure in the team, the recent past was not really that great for him, as he struggled to stay fit.

Last season, Dominic Calvert-Lewin was involved in a total of 26 matches and could only contribute five goals. He started just 19 of those fixtures and missed a handful of games because of a hamstring injury. While the Toffees would have handed him a new deal despite his recent struggles, the 28-year-old decided it was time to try another challenge.

Rival clubs ready to push for Calvert-Lewin
Dominic Calvert-Lewin decided against signing a renewal, and with him now available for free, multiple top clubs from across Europe are after his signature. Meanwhile, Fulham and Newcastle United are ready to offer him the opportunity to continue in the Premier League.

Both Fulham and Newcastle United are in the market for a new striker, and they feel a proven Premier League star like Calvert-Lewin can certainly help their cause. With Raul Jimenez not getting younger, the Cottagers certainly need more quality and depth in the final third.

Meanwhile, the Magpies are looking at him as someone who can provide cover and support to star man Alexander Isak. Both English clubs are ready to step up their interest in him over the next weeks.

Newcastle United see this as a great opportunity to bolster their attack for free, even though they are well aware of his injury track record. They believe that if he manages to stay fit, Calvert-Lewin could prove to be a great acquisition as he still has a lot of football left in him.



https://thehardtackle.com/transfer-news/2025/07/01/fulham-newcastle-united-advance-interest-in-dominic-calvert-lewin/

[WhiteJC]

Fulham's interest in Borussia Mönchengladbach's Rocco Reitz confirmed
Florian Plettenberg reports that Fulham have shown concrete interest in Borussia Mönchengladbach's Rocco Reitz. The German journalist confirms a report emanating from British journalist Jack Kelly some days ago. Plettenberg nevertheless emphasizes that the Bundesliga and Premier League club have not yet held concrete talks. Reitz is estimated to be worth €15m.

Reitz – who last extended his deal with his current club in February 2024 – has also been linked with RB Leipzig and West Ham United. A release clause was part of the deal. The Duisburg native does maintain plenty of affinity to his academy side. He joined the BMG ranks in 2009, finally earning a regular starting spot with Gladbach during the 2023/24 campaign after back-to-back Belgian loans.

Reitz recently completed his latest international tour-of-duty with Antonio Di Salvo's Germany U21 side at the U21 Championship in Slovakia. Starting all five fixtures of relevance, Reitz came close to logging maximum minutes in the competition. Di Salvo only subbed him off in the 90th minute of the second group stage fixture and the 88th minute of the semi-final victory over France.

Going the full 120 minutes on the two occasions the German U21s played extra time matches, Reitz's current fatigue level likely precludes him from making any major decision about his future yet. Reitz famously delivered the "Per Mertesacker Fatigue Line" after a grueling quarterfinal victory over Italy.



https://www.getfootballnewsgermany.com/2025/fulhams-interest-in-borussia-monchengladbachs-rocco-reitz-confirmed/

[WhiteJC]

Silva sizes up Calvert-Lewin reunion
Fulham are weighing up whether to reunite Dominic Calvert-Lewin with Marco Silva after the England international's departure from Everton earlier this week.

The Whites are in the market for striking reinforcements this summer – and have already been linked with likes of Ricardo Pepi and Tolu Arokododore. Silva's preference would be for a seasoned Premier League striker to compete with Raul Jimenez and Rodrigo Muniz, who shared the lone striker duties at Craven Cottage for much of last season, but Fulham know they would have to pay a sizeable transfer fee to secure a centre forward with top flight pedigree.

Calvert-Lewin, who scored 71 goals in 273 games for the Toffees in a nine-year stint at Goodison Park, won't be short of suitors. He has been heavily linked with Newcastle United, Celtic and a host of Serie A sides. Silva is a long-term admirer of Calvert-Lewin's talent, but there are obvious concerns about his injury record and sharpness in front of goal. The former Sheffield United forward scored just three times in 26 games for Everton last term – missing through months of the campaign after injuring his knee.

Silva has cooled on the possibility of resigning Richarlison, whom he brought from Brazilian football to Watford, despite Thomas Frank's decision to let the former Everton forward leave Spurs. The 28 year-old is interesting Turkish giants Galatasaray, who have struggled to raise the cash to bring in Victor Osimhen. Another long-term Fulham target, the Newcastle United centre forward Callum Wilson is believed to be high on Everton's shortlist.



https://hammyend.com/index.php/2025/07/silva-sizes-up-calvert-lewin-reunion/

[WhiteJC]

Fulham rival Manchester United in Tolu Arokodare chase
Fulham will reportedly compete with Manchester United to sign 24-year-old Nigerian international Tolu Arokodare from Belgian club KRC Genk in the summer transfer window.

According to a report by The Sun, Tolu Arokodare is the subject of interest from Fulham. The Cottagers are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a striker in the summer transfer window. So, the 24-year-old KRC Genk centre-forward has emerged as a target for the West London club, and they have held preliminary talks to sign him.

In addition, Arokodare is a target for Manchester United, with the Red Devils scouring the market for a striker this summer. The African attacker is keen on embarking on an adventure in the Premier League in the summer transfer window, with KRC Genk demanding around £15 million to part ways with him.

Who is Tolu Arokodare?
Tolu Arokodare has established himself as one of the best strikers in the Jupiler Pro League since joining KRC Genk from Amiens SC in January 2023. A native of Festac, the 24-year-old, who stands at 6ft 4in tall, spent his formative years in Nigeria but has been in Europe since July 2019.

Arokodare enjoyed an excellent 2024/25 campaign, contributing to 30 goals in 45 appearances in all competitions by finding the back of the net 23 times and providing seven assists. Meanwhile, the Nigerian striker's progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs. Premier League outfits, in particular, are keen on signing him, with Fulham and Manchester United his prospective suitors this summer.

Premier League move on the horizon?
Manchester United's interest in Tolu Arokodare is understandable. The Red Devils are combing the market for a striker this summer after Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee failed to be prolific in front of the goal in the 2024/25 season. So, several candidates have emerged on Manchester United's radar, with the KRC Genk centre-forward also a viable target.

Meanwhile, Arokodare has been on Fulham's radar for a long time. The continued interest makes sense, considering Raul Jimenez is on the wrong side of 30 and approaching the twilight of his career. So, while Fulham will look to keep Rodrigo Muniz beyond the summer transfer window, the KRC Genk striker is also an option worth considering. The Cottagers have already held exploratory talks over a possible move.

Meanwhile, the Belgian club will demand around £15 million to part ways with Arokodare in the summer transfer window. With Fulham kick-starting the move to beat Manchester United to the 24-year-old Nigerian international, it will be interesting to see where he plies his trade in the 2025/26 season amid his desire to move to the Premier League.



https://thehardtackle.com/transfer-news/2025/07/01/fulham-rival-manchester-united-in-tolu-arokodare-chase/

[WhiteJC]

Fulham formalise Calhanoglu approach
Both Fulham and Manchester United have made approaches regarding the availability of Inter Milan midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu, according to reports this afternoon.

Journalist Orazio Accomando says that the two Premier League clubs have enquired as to the details of a deal needed to sign the 31 year-old defensive midfielder, whilst the tenacious Turkish enforcer has been on the radar of a succession of Saudi Arabian sides for a while. Calhanoglu is already looking to leave the San Siro this summer after Inter's miserable end to the campaign and an unseemly row with Lautaro Martinez, but his preference is to sign for Galatasaray, but the Turkish giants are only able to pay £12.8m – some way sort of the Serie A outfit's £34m valuation.

It would be difficult to see either the Whites or United coughing up that sort of money for a player who has already past thirty – but it looks fairly certain that Calhanoglu will leave the San Siro this summer.



https://hammyend.com/index.php/2025/07/fulham-formalise-calhanoglu-approach/

[WhiteJC]

McCoy-Splatt signs for Wimbledon
Former Fulham academy midfielder Delano McCoy-Splatt has signed a two-year contract with AFC Wimbledon after he was released by the Whites.

The energetic midfielder moved to Motspur Park in 2015 after impressing Fulham's scouts whilst at Dulwich Hamlet. He quickly graduated to the under-18 squad and was rewarded with a two-year scholarship in 2021. He captained the under-18 side and was capped at senior level by Jamaica, when he came on as a second half substitute in a friendly against Trinidad and Tobago in March 2023.

McCoy-Splatt, a perceptive passer and set-piece specialist, made 75 appearances in total for the academy (including under-18, under-21 and under-23 games), scoring nine goals. He was a key part of the side that won the Premier League under-21 Cup in 2023/2024 but spent five months out injured at the start of last season. He was released at the end of the 2024/2025 season and is delighted to have joined the Dons, who won promotion to League One via the play-offs last month.

McCoy-Splatt told AFC Wimbledon's website:

"I'm really excited to sign for Wimbledon and take this next step in my career. It's a great opportunity for me to grow as a player and work hard for a place in the team. I've had a really warm welcome and I'm looking forward to getting started, contributing wherever I can, and showing the fans what I can bring to the club."



https://hammyend.com/index.php/2025/07/mccoy-splatt-signs-for-wimbledon/

[WhiteJC]

Tete 'signs new Fulham contract'
Kenny Tete has put pen to paper on a new Fulham contract, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Dutch right back had verbally agreed to join Everton on a free transfer having rejected previous approaches from the Whites, but changed his mind following the intervention of head coach Marco Silva. The 29 year-old has been Fulham's first choice right back since moving to Craven Cottage from Lyon in September 2020.

Tete has made 119 appearances across four years in SW6, scoring four goals and his decision to sign a new deal is a huge boost for Silva going into a crucial summer.



https://hammyend.com/index.php/2025/07/tete-signs-new-fulham-contract/

[WhiteJC]

New contract for Kenny

The Club is delighted to announce that Kenny Tete has signed a new contract with Fulham.

Tete's new deal keeps him at Craven Cottage until the summer of 2028, with a Club option to extend by a further 12 months.

Speaking to FFCtv, Tete said: "I'm really happy to have signed, for myself and for my family, and I hope I can give more for the fans in these three years.

"After my first year I knew this was a family club, a really special club where I can develop. I want to be part of this group, and hopefully we can push for more."

Tony Khan added: "I'm thrilled to announce that we have agreed terms with Kenny Tete for him to stay at Fulham until at least 2028, which will make him one of our longest serving players!

"Under Marco's great leadership, Kenny is an integral player in the team. We are all very keen for him to stay with us, and I'm pleased that is now a long term commitment, as we continue to prepare for another successful Premier League campaign!

"Come on Fulham!"

In his five years at Fulham, Tete has helped the team win the Championship title and secure three consecutive mid-table finishes in the Premier League.

A fan favourite on account of his dogged defending style and desire to get up and down the pitch, the next few years will now see Tete add to his 121 appearances for the Club, in which time he's registered four goals and 10 assists.

https://www.fulhamfc.com/news/2025/july/01/new-contract-for-kenny/

[WhiteJC]

Tete signs new three-year deal
Fulham have confirmed this evening that Kenny Tete has signed a new three-year deal with the club.

The Dutch right back's decision to stay at Craven Cottage rather than move to Everton on a free transfer represents a real boost to Marco Silva, whose own intervention ensured that the 29 year-old remained a part of Fulham's first team squad. Tete's new contract keeps him in SW6 until at least 2028 with the Whites holding an option to extend that deal by a further twelve months.

Tete told FFCTV:

"I'm really happy to have signed, for myself and for my family, and I hope I can give more for the fans in these three years. After my first year I knew this was a family club, a really special club where I can develop. I want to be part of this group, and hopefully we can push for more."

The Netherlands international, who has made 121 appearances for the Whites in five years, had verbally agreed to become David Moyes' second signing of the summer until the Cottagers tabled an improved contract offer last week.



https://hammyend.com/index.php/2025/07/tete-signs-new-three-year-deal/

[WhiteJC]

Tete wants 'to push for more success'
Fulham full back Kenny Tete wants to 'push for more success' after putting pen to paper on a new three-year contract at Craven Cottage.

The Dutch international told FFCTV he was delighted to commit his future to the Cottagers:

"I'm really happy, it took a while! I'm really happy! I'm very relieved, I'm happy that I've signed – for myself and for my family, for everyone. I hope I can give more for the fans! [It could be] nine years [at Fulham]. I wouldn't have expected that before but obviously after the first year I knew already that this was a family club, a special club, where I can develop.

"If you look at the team that won the Championship, the whole journey [to get] where we are, I want to be part of that group. Hopefully we can push for more! From the moment Marco [Silva] came, everything went up, we elevated! Here we are now. If someone pushes that much for you, then I'm really thankful for that! Without him, I don't know if I'd be here. I wanna thank him for that. Now it's for me to give something back!"



https://hammyend.com/index.php/2025/07/tete-wants-to-push-for-more-success/

[WhiteJC]

Everton target Tete signs new deal to stay at Fulham
Fulham right-back Kenny Tete has signed a new deal to keep him at the club until 2028, ending speculation about a move to Everton.

The 29-year-old was out of contract at Craven Cottage and had been expected to join the Toffees.

But he has instead signed a three-year contract with the club he joined in 2020.

Tete said, external: "I'm really happy to have signed, for myself and for my family, and I hope I can give more for the fans in these three years.

"After my first year I knew this was a family club, a really special club where I can develop. I want to be part of this group and hopefully we can push for more."

Everton's sole signing this summer to date is the permanent deal for Carlos Alcaraz after a loan spell from Brazilian side Flamengo.

'Everton to turn to other targets'
Everton were confident negotiations were advancing towards a successful conclusion on a three-year deal of their own for Tete.

Manager David Moyes has made full-back one of his summer priorities after 39-year-old Ashley Young was not offered a new contract, despite veteran captain Seamus Coleman signing a one-year deal to take him into a 17th season at the club.

Tete had emerged as Everton's main target, but Moyes may now be forced to turn to alternatives that could include free agent Kyle Walker-Peters or his former right-back at West Ham, Vladimir Coufal.

Jake O'Brien, who was signed from Lyon as a central defender, performed consistently at right-back for Everton following Moyes' appointment in January, having been ignored by predecessor Sean Dyche, while Scotland defender Nathan Patterson has also been used.



https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c6288yye36qo

[WhiteJC]

de Fougerolles poised to pen new deal
Fulham centre back Luc de Fougerolles is set to sign a new deal, according to Jack Kelly.

The Motspur Park academy graduate, who has spent the summer gaining senior international experience with Canada at the Gold Cup, will commit his future to the Cottagers and then be loaned out either to an EFL outfit or a continental club. The nineteen year-old enjoyed an excellent Gold Cup but he missed the decisive penalty against Guatemala that sent Jesse Marsch's side tumbling out.



https://hammyend.com/index.php/2025/07/de-fougerolles-poised-to-pen-new-deal/

[WhiteJC]

Manchester United, Fulham make approach for Hakan Calhanoglu, who wants Galatasaray move
Manchester United and Fulham have enquired about wantaway Inter Milan midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu, who currently dreams of a switch to Galatasaray.

According to Orazio Accomando, Premier League clubs like Manchester United and Fulham have already enquired about Hakan Calhanoglu's availability. The friction between the Turkish international and Inter Milan could see him leave, although he prefers a switch to Galatasaray.

In the aftermath of Inter Milan crashing out of the CWC at the hands of Fluminense, a lot of friction behind the scenes have come to light. The major talking point after the game has been surrounding Hakan Calhanoglu, with club skipper Lautaro Martinez criticising him in an interview.

The likelihood for the Turkish international to leave the club is much higher at this moment, as Inter Milan are prepared to cash in on the player that cost them nothing a few years ago. The Nerazzuri have slapped a €40 million asking price on the midfield maestro, something that will make a potential sale difficult.

Galatasaray are Calhanoglu's dream destination, with the player open to the switch to the Turkish giants. However, the Istanbul powerhouse are only eager to pay around €15 million and not more, which is nowhere close to the asking price of the €40m-rated set-piece maestro.

Hence, Inter Milan might be more inclined towards selling him to one of the Premier League sides, as Manchester United were interested back in January. The Red Devils are again keen on adding the Turkish star to their ranks should a viable deal become a possibility.

Manchester United and Fulham are interested
Manchester United need midfield reinforcements, as some recent media reports have linked them to players like Fabian Ruiz. The idea is to bring in a controller profile that brings solidity in the middle, which Calahnoglu excels in. The Red Devils have made enquiries about the midfielder, as this saga could have legs in the latter stages of the window.

Meanwhile, Fulham are also keen on Calhanoglu, as Marco Silva is keen to land an experienced midfielder in the window. They are linked with Joao Palhinha, their former star as his future at Bayern Munich has come under considerable doubt. The Calhanoglu links could be interesting, and while the player prefers a switch to Galatasaray, the financial aspect of the deal could determine the direction of travel.



https://thehardtackle.com/transfer-news/2025/07/02/manchester-united-fulham-make-approach-for-hakan-calhanoglu-who-wants-galatasaray-move/

[WindyCity]

Really like the pursuit of Reitz and Arokodare.

Do NOT like the pursuit of DCL.