25.01.2025 10:40
In the 7th week of the UEFA Europa League, young footballer Yusuf Akçiçek received great acclaim in the match where Fenerbahçe hosted Lyon. Akçiçek, who was fielded in the starting eleven for the first time by Mourinho, drew attention with his performance. It was revealed that Akçiçek rejected an offer from Aston Villa in the Premier League after Mourinho stated, "His potential is very high; he definitely should not leave the team."
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It was reported that Aston Villa made an offer for Yusuf Akçiçek, who shone with his successful performance in the match played by the Super League giant Fenerbahçe against Lyon at the beginning of the season.
Akçiçek was fielded in the starting eleven for the first time in Europe by Mourinho, while a new fact about the young player emerged. It was claimed that the Portuguese coach said, "His potential is very high, he should not leave. He will play in this team for many years."
HE RECEIVED APPLAUSE FOR HIS PERFORMANCE
At just 18 years old, the 1.93m tall center-back started the match against Olympique Lyon in the starting eleven. The young talent trusted by head coach Jose Mourinho managed to win many duels. Yusuf Akçiçek received applause with a performance of 87% pass accuracy, 3 clearances, 1 interception, 1 tackle, and 4/2 aerial duels won.
MOURINHO BLOCKED THE MOVE
According to a report by Sabah; at the beginning of the season, Aston Villa from the Premier League officially requested the highly talented Yusuf from Fenerbahçe. It was revealed that head coach Jose Mourinho did not allow the player to leave, stating, "His potential is very high. He definitely should not leave the team. He will play for many years at Fenerbahçe."
CONTRACT UNTIL 2028
Yusuf's contract with the yellow-navy team continues until 2028. According to Transfermarkt data; Yusuf Akçiçek has a current market value of 150,000 Euros.
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