Kerem Akturkoglu on leaving Benfica: better late than never | OneFootball

Kerem Akturkoglu is very happy with the move from Benfica to Fenerbahçe, which also wants a former player of the Eagles. Speaking to journalists upon his arrival in Turkey, the winger revealed that the negotiations were complicated, but fortunately, the clubs managed to reach an agreement (22.5 million euros, plus 5 for objectives).

“I really wanted the transfer. I came to Fenerbahçe to win the championship. I will do everything in my power to bring the championship to our fans,” Kerem Akturkoglu stated upon his arrival in Turkey, showing great happiness with this new challenge in his career.

“It was a difficult process, but our president Ali Koç and our director Hakan Safi were with me during this tough process. They made this transfer possible. I really wanted it too,” revealed Kerem Akturkoglu, discussing the negotiations between Benfica and Fenerbahçe.

“We made a great effort to make it happen as quickly as possible, so I could join the team and get on the field with my teammates. Better late than never. I came to the biggest and most honorable club in Turkey. I will give everything for Fenerbahçe. I hope it ends with winning the championship,” concluded Kerem Akturkoglu.

With the Benfica jersey, Kerem Akturkoglu – valued at 24 million euros – played 53 matches, scored 16 goals, and made 11 assists. In terms of titles, the Turkish international won a League Cup (2024/25) and a Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira (2025/26).

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