04.06.2026 14:00
Hull City Technical Director Sergej Jakirovic's statement 'We need 12 to 15 transfers to stay in the Premier League' has left the club's owner Acun Ilıcalı facing a major transfer operation. In line with the technical team's demands, a comprehensive squad overhaul may occur during the summer period.
Hull City Technical Director Sergej Jakirovic's transfer request may put the club's owner, Acun Ilıcalı, in a difficult decision-making process. Jakirovic, who stated that 12 to 15 new players are needed for the squad to stay in the Premier League, made it clear that he expects a comprehensive transfer operation from the management.
HUGE COST AHEAD
Due to the high competition level of the Premier League, the transfers are expected to bring a significant financial burden to the club. It has become a matter of curiosity how Hull City's owner, Acun Ilıcalı, will allocate a budget for the extensive squad restructuring demanded by the technical director.
EYES ON ACUN ILICALI'S DECISION
At Hull City, aiming to keep the team in the Premier League, all eyes are now on Acun Ilıcalı's management. If the transfers in the number requested by Jakirovic are realized, it could be one of the busiest transfer periods in the club's history.