With Fenerbahçe left empty-handed, Benfica make call on Akturkoglu | OneFootball

Kerem Akturkoglu's performance in the game against Fenerbahçe may have been the first step towards a happy ending for Benfica fans. It appears that the Turkish international will stay at Luz, after negotiations with Fenerbahçe failed, and as a result, Benfica's management is considering renewing the player's contract.

O Jogo reports that, given this scenario, where the player will no longer be heading to Fenerbahçe, the Eagles are willing to reward Akturkoglu for his professionalism, and a salary review is on the table, further securing his stay in Portugal.

On the other hand, the same source writes that only a last-minute setback would prevent the number 7 from staying at Estádio da Luz, at least for the current season. Meanwhile, José Mourinho, who was interested in the player, praised Benfica's decision to prioritize the sporting aspect over the financial one.

With the left-winger's stay in Bruno Lage's squad now secured, Benfica's approach to the market has changed 'drastically'. Hours after giving up on Mohamed Amoura's deal as lost, the Club is now looking to close the signing of a creative midfielder and already has some names on the table.

In the 2024/25 season, while playing for Benfica, Kerem Akturkoglu – valued at 24 million euros – made 53 appearances: 30 in the Liga Portugal Betclic, 12 in the Champions League, four in the Taça de Portugal, four in the Club World Cup, and three in the Taça da Liga. The Eagles' winger scored 16 goals and provided 11 assists.

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