Galatasaray seek reinforcements, want Benfica player on loan | OneFootball

Franjo Ivanovic is once again in the spotlight of the transfer market. This time, it is Galatasaray who have emerged as interested in the Benfica forward, who is on the Turkish champions’ list of priorities to strengthen their attack.

According to Fanatik, the Istanbul club’s strategy was adjusted after the Turkish Football Federation decided to keep the 10+4 rule for the use of foreign players, forcing clubs to rethink their squads.

With Victor Osimhen established as the main attacking reference, Galatasaray are looking to add another option up front. The Turks’ first target was Matthis Abline of Nantes, but the deal ultimately did not move forward, leading the board to turn their attention to Franjo Ivanovic.

The 22-year-old Croatia international joined Benfica in the last summer transfer window from Union Saint-Gilloise, in a deal valued at €22.8 million. However, the recent signing of Jhon Durán could increase competition in Benfica’s attack and open the door to a possible departure.

According to the Turkish press, Galatasaray are preparing a loan offer with an option to buy, a formula the Istanbul club have frequently used in recent transfer windows. The same source also states that contacts between Benfica and the Turkish side have intensified in recent days, and it is expected that the team managed by Okan Buruk will soon move forward with a formal offer for the Croatian forward.

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