Salih Özcan open to move, Turkey still interested | OneFootball

Salih Özcan had to watch Turkey's 3-2 victory in Georgia on Thursday evening from the bench for 90 minutes, a perspective he is quite familiar with. At Borussia Dortmund, the 27-year-old midfielder is also far from securing a starting or regular spot. It is not out of the question that Özcan might leave the club now, especially after not being included in BVB's Champions League squad.

According to a report by "Bild," Özcan is open to a move to the Turkish Süper Lig. Such a transfer would be possible until September 12 due to the later transfer deadline. Recently, there have been rumors about interest from top clubs Galatasaray and Fenerbahce Istanbul in the Cologne-born player, although nothing concrete has materialized yet. It is conceivable that this could change in the coming days, and Özcan might express a desire to transfer, given his less than ideal standing at BVB.

BVB open to talks from five million euros

BVB is not eager to let go of the defensive midfielder, as coach Niko Kovac generally values Özcan as a combative player type. However, Borussia would be open to discussions for a transfer fee in the range of five million euros. This is also because Özcan's contract expires at the end of the season, and a free transfer next summer would be a risk.

Özcan, who reportedly earns around five million euros per season at BVB, might push for a transfer considering his chances with the Turkish national team and participation in the 2026 World Cup. Therefore, this situation could see developments soon.

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