Galatasaray has set its sights on bolstering their defensive ranks by preparing a €6 million budget for the transfer of Issa Kaboré. The 22-year-old right-back recently ended his loan spell at Benfica and returned to Manchester City, his parent club. Galatasaray is eager to secure his services as soon as possible to strengthen their squad for the second half of the season.
Kaboré, who impressed during his loan tenure at Marseille before joining Benfica, is known for his pace, defensive tenacity, and ability to contribute to attacks from the flanks. His performances in the Primeira Liga caught the attention of Galatasaray’s scouting department, who believe he could be a vital addition to their backline.
In a move to make room for Kaboré, Galatasaray plans to part ways with Danish right-back Elias Jelert. Jelert has struggled to cement his place in the starting eleven this season, prompting the club to seek an upgrade in his position. The coaching staff views Kaboré as a player capable of fitting seamlessly into their tactical setup and providing consistent performances.
Negotiations between Galatasaray and Manchester City are expected to commence in the coming days. Galatasaray’s management is optimistic that the €6 million offer will be sufficient to persuade City to part with the young Burkinabé defender.
With the Turkish transfer window approaching, Galatasaray is eager to finalize the deal swiftly to integrate Kaboré into the squad before crucial domestic and European fixtures. The club’s fans are hopeful that this acquisition will reinforce their title push and add much-needed depth to the defensive line.
