Report – Fenerbahce Make Contact With Inter Milan & Turkey Midfielder After Failed Galatasaray Bid
According to YS TV via FCInterNews, Jose Mourinho's men have contacted the player to gauge his interest in a potential move.
Calhanoglu remains at the center of intense transfer speculation after a busted move to Galatasaray.
Indeed, the reigning Super League holders had tried to lure the 31-year-old to Istanbul but to no avail.
However, the ex-AC Milan midfielder could continue his career in the Turkish capital.
Fenerbahce Contact Inter Milan Star Hakan Calhanoglu
Fenerbahce president Ali Koc spoke to the skilled playmaker himself.
Indeed, he tried to understand Calhanoglu's wage demands and Inter's asking price.
It's no secret that the Serie A runners-up would only consider his sale for a monstrous proposal.
Moreover, they've already slapped a €35 million price tag on their long-serving stalwart.
Meanwhile, Hakan Calhanoglu has never asked to leave the club.
However, his silence raises questions over his loyalty to the Nerazzurri shirt.
Therefore, Fenerbahce may try to exploit the uncertainty and tempt Calhanoglu with a lucrative offer.
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