03.09.2024 21:50
It has been claimed that Benfica, who has signed Kerem Aktürkoğlu from Galatasaray, also wants to bring Fatih Terim to the vacant coaching seat left by Roger Schmidt. The president of the Portuguese team, Rui Costa, is a student of Terim from Milan and Fiorentina. The experienced coach also served as a reference during Kerem's transfer process to Benfica.
Galatasaray signed Kerem Aktürkoğlu for 12 million euros and recently parted ways with coach Roger Schmidt, Benfica has emerged as a surprise candidate for the coaching position.
FATIH TERIM TAKES OVER BENFICA
According to information obtained by Radyospor's Özgür Sancar; Fatih Terim and Benfica President Rui Costa, who worked together at Fiorentina and Milan and still maintain a close relationship, are reuniting at Benfica. Sancar stated, "Fatih Terim was a reference, and Rui Costa also signed Kerem Aktürkoğlu. Benfica is a fantastic choice. Fatih Terim's name is also being mentioned for Benfica."
REFERENCED KEREM
Meanwhile, Fatih Terim also played a role behind the scenes of Galatasaray's transfer of Kerem Aktürkoğlu. Terim, who is a former student of Benfica Club President Rui Costa, called the experienced coach to provide information about Kerem. Terim conveyed to Costa that Kerem's skills, character, and ambition are suitable for Benfica. After a conversation with the experienced coach about Kerem Aktürkoğlu, Costa was convinced and reached an agreement with Galatasaray for 12 million euros and bonuses.
THEY CAN MEET AGAIN IN THE SAME TEAM
Fatih Terim, who brought Kerem Aktürkoğlu from 24Erzincanspor to Galatasaray for free, will once again meet his student Kerem Aktürkoğlu if he takes over as the coach of Benfica, one of Portugal's top clubs. Terim has played the biggest role in Kerem's career progression.
BENFICA'S LEAGUE POSITION
Benfica recently parted ways with coach Roger Schmidt. Under Schmidt's management last season, the Portuguese team finished second in the league, 10 points behind Sporting Lisbon. This season, Benfica has collected 7 points in 4 matches, losing 5 points so far. Benfica is planning to recover.
FATIH TERIM'S PANATHINAIKOS RECORD
Fatih Terim, one of the legendary Turkish football coaches who has achieved success with the Turkish National Team and Galatasaray, most recently coached Greek Super League team Panathinaikos. Terim signed with the Greek team in December of last year and coached in 26 matches, achieving 14 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses.