Another Turkish star follows Berke Özer at Lille

Another Turkish star follows Berke Özer at Lille

09.07.2026 16:10

Lille, the French Ligue 1 club that includes Berke Özer in its squad, has transferred Başar Önal, who plays for NEC Nijmegen.

French representative Lille, which includes national goalkeeper Berke Özer in its squad, announced that it has transferred young footballer Başar Önal, who plays for the Dutch team NEC Nijmegen.

BAŞAR ÖNAL SIGNED

In a statement from Lille Club, it was stated that a contract was signed until 2030 with the 22-year-old player, who also wears the Turkish U21 National Team jersey. According to the Dutch press, Lille will pay NEC Nijmegen a transfer fee of 14.5 million euros including bonuses.

FIRST STATEMENT AFTER SIGNING

Speaking to the club channel after the transfer, Başar Önal said, "I am really very happy to have transferred to Lille. This is a big step for both me and my family. The mentality of the club impressed me a lot. I believe I can develop here. This is a big club. It has great fans, a beautiful atmosphere, and top-level facilities. I want to follow in the footsteps of Turkish footballers who have been successful here, like Burak Yılmaz and Yusuf Yazıcı."

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