Jose Mourinho conditionally approves Ferdi Kadioglu’s exit

Ferdi Kadioglu is on the verge of moving to Brighton, a Premier League team, in a move that is anticipated to be valued at 35 million euros.

The Dutch-born player made a strong impression at Euro 2024 and is now considered the most valuable player for Fenerbahce, with a market value of €30 million ($38.94 million).

Kadioglu transferred to Fenerbahce in 2018 from NEC Nijmegen for a fee of 1.4 million euros. Relocating to Brighton would signify a notable advancement in his professional trajectory.

Mourinho plans to replace Kadioglu with left-footed center-back

According to Turkish media reports, Jose Mourinho has asked for a left-footed center-back to replace Kadioglu, whom he expects to leave.

According to reports, Mourinho is contemplating Oosterwolde as a potential choice for the left-back position, but he has recognized the necessity for further strengthening in the center of defense.

Mourinho reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with the current choices of Becao and Djiku. Consequently, there are rumors that Fenerbahce is interested in recruiting Calvin Bassey, a left-footed central defender now playing for Fulham. Recognized for his rapidity and physical prowess, Bassey’s 16 million euro valuation makes him a likely candidate to meet Mourinho’s defensive requirements.

The 24-year-old Italian-born Nigerian stopper has a current market value of 16 million euros. Bassey, who moved to Fulham from Ajax for 22 million euros in July 2023, made 30 Premier League appearances and played 2,390 minutes