Galatasaray working on loan deal for French defender Nathan Zeze
Galatasaray are in talks to sign 21-year-old French defender Nathan Zeze on a loan deal with an option to buy. Zeze made 32 appearances for NEOM last season, scoring 2 goals and providing 1 assist. The Turkish champions want to include a purchase option in the loan agreement.
What are the details of the transfer?
Zeze joined NEOM from Nantes last summer for €20 million. His contract runs until 2030. Apart from Galatasaray, other European clubs are also interested in Zeze. However, Al-Hilal's last-minute intervention could be the biggest obstacle to the transfer.
What would Zeze's arrival mean for Galatasaray?
Galatasaray finished first in the Süper Lig last season with 68 points, one point ahead of Fenerbahçe. Aiming for a fifth consecutive title, the red-and-golds plan to strengthen their squad by adding Zeze to their defense.
Latest developments and expectations
The strategic changes in the Gulf countries following the war between Iran and the US have increased the likelihood of Zeze's return to Europe. If Al-Hilal does not make a last-minute move, Zeze is expected to continue his career in Europe. Galatasaray's first match will be against Alanyaspor at home on December 20.
