Saudi Gazette report
RIYADH — Saudi champions Al Hilal have introduced the signing of Turkish teenage defender Yusuf Akcicek from Fenerbahce in a deal value €22 million.
The 19-year-old center-back, thought to be considered one of Turkey’s brightest prospects, has signed a four-year contract operating till the summer season of 2029.
The transfer was confirmed on Monday with the headline “A brand new protect in Al Hilal’s squad” throughout the membership’s official X account.
Akcicek, born on January 25, 2006, joins Al Hilal beneath the foreign-born participant rule for U-21 footballers, which means the Riyadh membership will profit from his classification as a youth participant throughout the subsequent three seasons.
Regardless of his age, Akcicek has already damaged into the Turkish nationwide crew setup, that includes twice for his nation throughout the latest worldwide window.
Final season, he made 17 senior appearances for Fenerbahce beneath Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho, impressing together with his composure and defensive consciousness.
Al Hilal confirmed the participant will hyperlink up together with his new teammates following the conclusion of his present worldwide duties.
