Official | Former Strasbourg defender Alexander Djiku joins Fenerbahçe | OneFootball

Turkish Süper Lig outfit Fenerbahçe have announced the signing of Ghana international centre-back Alexander Djiku (28) on a free transfer. The former SC Bastia and Caen defender was a free agent following the expiry of his contract with RC Strasbourg Alsace. The BlueCo-owned Ligue 1 side were hoping to find an agreement with their captain over an extension. However, the centre-back wanted to move abroad after a four-year stay in Strasbourg.

Djiku played 31 Ligue 1 games this past season with the Alsatians. Given his contract situation, the Ghana international attracted interest from all Europe. The 28-year-old was reportedly followed by Premier League side Nottingham Forest and La Liga outfit Villarreal.

Djiku has signed a three-year deal with the Istanbul-based side. His contract includes a one-year extension. According to L’Équipe, the Ghana international favoured a move to Istanbul partly for family reasons. Following Djiku’s departure, Strasbourg may go up a gear in their pursuit of promising centre-back Abakar Sylla.

GFFN | Bastien Cheval