Players Likely to Join the Premier League this Summer
Arda Turan — Atletico Madrid — Attacking Midfielder
Atletico Madrid’s top defender want a move. Specifically, a move to the Premier League where both Manchester United and Liverpool are waiting. The two clubs with the most First Division/Premier League title in English football history are set to battle for the Turkish midfielder.
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At 28-years of age, Arda Turan has entered the peak of his career. While he has plenty of success at Atletico Madrid — including leading the club to a La Liga title — the player now feels its time to move on.
Though he has a close relationship with current Atletico boss Diego Simone, Turan has revealed his desire to move to the world’s most prestigious league. The Turkey National Team member issued the notice through his agent to the club.
If reports are to be believed, any club interested in the attacking midfielder will have to hit the £29 million release clause in his contract. While that may be too much for many of the interested clubs, expect Manchester United and Liverpool to go all out in an effort to land their man.
One hitch in Liverpool’s pursuit of Arda may be the recent signing of Brazilian Roberto Firmino. With the Brazilian now in the picture, how many more top midfielders will the Reds be willing to add this summer.
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