Cheikhou Kouyaté set to bounce back in Turkey

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·25 août 2025

Cheikhou Kouyaté set to bounce back in Turkey

Senegalese midfielder Cheikhou Kouyaté is on the verge of continuing his career in Turkey, with negotiations moving forward smoothly.

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Currently a free agent after stints with West Ham, Crystal Palace, and Nottingham Forest, Kouyaté has entered advanced talks with Amed SK. According to reports, discussions are already at a very advanced stage, and the Senegal international is expected to arrive in Turkey in the coming hours to officially sign his contract.

🚨🔥 Cheikhou Kouyaté, former West Ham, Forest and Palace midfielder, is set to restart his career in Turkey. 🇹🇷 The Senegal player is on the verge of signing as a free agent with Amed SK after a trial week. Final talks are ongoing, with coach Mehmet Altiparmak key to the move.
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Coach Mehmet Altiparmak played a decisive role in making this deal happen. From the outset, he made it clear he wanted Kouyaté in his squad, which helped facilitate the negotiations. At 34, the experienced defensive midfielder is now preparing for a new challenge in the Turkish league.