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Galatasaray will reportedly turn to Manchester City veteran Ilkay Gundogan if their pursuit of Inter Milan’s Hakan Calhanoglu falls through.
Per Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Turkish giants have earmarked the 34-year-old as the first alternative.
Despite their genuine interest in Hakan Calhanoglu, Galatasaray cannot realistically expect Inter to let them take him away.
Indeed, the 31-year-old has been the cornerstone of Inter’s success since joining the club from AC Milan in 2021.
Therefore, it stands to reason that the Nerazzurri will do everything to stop the transfer.
Galatasaray Set Sights on Ilkay Gundogan as Hakan Calhanoglu Alternative
Calhanoglu has yet to address the situation amid growing speculation linking him with an immediate move to Istanbul.
However, Galatasaray must fork out around €40 million to get Inter’s go-ahead.
Since that’s unlikely to happen, the reigning Super Lig holders have cast a wide net in pursuit of a classy playmaker.
Ilkay Gundogan has drawn their attention, and he would be a much cheaper option than Calhanoglu.
Indeed, his deal at the Etihad Stadium runs out next summer.
With Pep Guardiola’s squad undergoing a comprehensive overhaul, the 34-year-old could soon be on his way out.
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