Transfer bombshell: champions snap up final rivals' star
Although the second season of the Icon League has just ended, preparations for the next season are already underway. The champion Berlin City has strengthened its team with a player from the finalist opponent Plyrs United.
Furkan Ars will be on the hunt for goals for Berlin in the upcoming season. The 31-year-old scored 8 goals and assisted another 8 goals.
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In Berlin City, Ars will meet some familiar faces. He played alongside Ak, Gecim, Kazan, and Sözer for Turkey at the Kings World Cup.
The president of Berlin City, Antonio Rüdiger, is also pleased and commented on Instagram: "Making Moves 🔥🔥🔥."
Berlin City is not resting on its success but is already gearing up for the upcoming season.
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