Ali Koç Discusses Szymanski’s Role and Mourinho’s Interest
Fenerbahçe Sports Club President Ali Koç made statements regarding current affairs ahead of the presidential election to be held on June 9th. Koç also shared a notable detail about the Szymanski transfer.
As the prospect of Jose Mourinho signing with Fenerbahçe remains a hot topic, President Ali Koç spoke to Habertürk about the current issues. Here are some excerpts from Koç’s statements:
“Mourinho knows certain players at Fenerbahçe. As Acun Bey mentioned, he has a special interest in Szymanski. He gave him a hard time when he was playing at Feyenoord.”
“Some coaches know not just the market, but the players they have faced very well.”
“Szymanski troubled Mourinho’s team. He contributed to over 30 goals. What I admire most about him is his complete defensive and offensive play.”
“He is also a very slender kid. Galatasaray was about to sign Szymanski; they flew him in from Mykonos to Istanbul.”
“His agent went crazy because they did it without informing him.”
“We are glad we signed him. He will also contribute economically.”
“Galatasaray’s Davinson Sanchez was suggested to us; I like him a lot.”
“Our two center-backs, Becao and Djiku, have a combined salary lower than Davinson’s.”
“I have a lot of faith in Cengiz Ünder. Players at that level will come.”
“We wanted Zaha a year ago. I know how much money was offered.”
“We also know the announced figures. Tete and Ndombele were suggested to us.”
“We called Shakhtar for Tete, and they said, ‘He is our player, don’t even start negotiating.’ They made it look like we were outmaneuvered.”
