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Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Journalist predicts Osimhen will join Al-Hilal: Galatasaray ‘can't afford' Napoli striker
Italian journalist Ivan Zazzaroni predicts Victor Osimhen will join Al-Hilal: 'It's practically done.' Corriere dello Sport editor Zazzaroni claims that Napoli-owned striker Osimhen will join Simone Inzaghi's Al-Hilal this summer. Journalist says Osimhen will join Al-Hilal ISTANBUL, TURKEY – FEBRUARY 23: Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray gestures during the Turkish Super League match between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce at Rams Park Stadium on February 23, 2025 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by) 'I can tell you it's practically done, Osimhen will join Al-Hilal,' Zazzaroni told Radio Kiss Kiss via TMW. Advertisement 'Nobody else can match that offer, not even half. 40m per season is astonishing, out of the market. He didn't want to go for the Club World Cup, but Al-Hilal are very confident. That's it. Galatasaray can't even afford to pay half of that fee. There are no offers from the Premier League. It would be surprising if he doesn't go there.' Osimhen rejected first Al-Hilal offer ISTANBUL, TURKEY – NOVEMBER 7: Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray reacts during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between Galatasaray A.S. and Tottenham Hotspur at Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi on November 07, 2024 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by) Initial talks between Osimhen and Al-Hilal collapsed when the Nigerian forward rejected a €30m-a-year contract offer earlier this month, but according to several sources in Italy, the Saudi Pro League giants have not yet given up. Advertisement Osimhen has a €75m clause included in his contract, but it's not valid for Serie A clubs. NAPLES, ITALY – APRIL 28: Victor Osimhen of SSC Napoli shows his disappointment after the Serie A TIM match between SSC Napoli and AS Roma – Serie A TIM at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on April 28, 2024 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by) The Nigeria international spent the 2024-25 campaign on loan at Galatasaray, where he scored 37 goals in 41 appearances across all competitions. The 26-year-old won the Turkish League this season and was named the league's best player. Osimhen played 133 games at Napoli, scoring 76 goals. His contract at the Stadio Maradona formally runs out in June 2026, but the Partenopei hold an option for a further extension to 2027.
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Juventus prodigy praises Real Madrid midfielder ahead of CWC showdown: ‘An extraordinary footballer'
Real Madrid made it through to the knockout phase of the FIFA Club World Cup with a crucial win over RB Salzburg to top Group H and it is safe to say that they performed well across the park en route the result. One player who has been crucial in Xabi Alonso's plans so far and can be regarded as one of the biggest beneficiaries of his arrival is Arda Guler, for the Turkish starlet is enjoying prominence he has never enjoyed before at the club. Advertisement In just three games so far under Alonso, he already averages 57 minutes per game and has a goal to his name in the tournament. Further, he averages a key pass in every game and completes 90% of his passes. Guler's compatriot speaks out In a recent interview, Juventus talent and Turkish international Kenan Yildiz opened up on his compatriot and spoke on how he is a very special player for both club and country. 'Arda Guler is an extraordinary footballer. He has a great future ahead of him at Real Madrid,' he said via La Gazzetta dello Sport. Making an impression at the Club World Cup. (Photo by) Advertisement Yildiz, after all, knows Guler very well from their time together in the national team. Given that the duo belong to the same age bracket, they will play alongside one another for years to come. In fact, the Juventus star was even linked with a move to Real Madrid last year as Florentino Perez saw Yildiz as a long-term bet to solve the team's attacking midfield problem. Now, however, Los Blancos are stacked in the department and do not need any new signings. Guler and Yildiz will, however, face off in the next round of the FIFA Club World Cup on Tuesday night at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami and it will be interesting to see which player outperforms the other. After all, a place in the quarterfinal of the competition will be at stake.
Russia Today
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Russia Today
Russian soldiers returned from Ukrainian captivity – MOD (VIDEO)
A group of Russian servicemen has been returned from territories controlled by Ukraine, Russia's Defense Ministry reported on Thursday. The exchange took place in accordance with the agreements reached by Moscow and Kiev in Istanbul earlier this month, the ministry said. In a statement on its official Telegram channel, the ministry shared a video of the Russian soldiers draped in Russian flags and boarding a bus to begin their journey home. The servicemen are currently in Belarus where they are said to be receiving all necessary psychological and medical assistance. They will later be transported to Russia for further treatment and rehabilitation, the ministry said. The statement added that Ukrainian prisoners of war were sent back to Ukraine in exchange. Neither side has disclosed the numbers involved though a source has told RT that the exchange was equal. Thursday's swap is the latest in a string of exchanges conducted by Russia and Ukraine since their latest direct talks in Istanbul on June 2. The previous exchange took place last Friday and another one was conducted the previous day. The humanitarian exchanges since the June 2 negotiations have also included repatriation of the remains of slain soldiers. Russia has returned the remains of over 6,000 Ukrainian soldiers and received 57 in return.
Al Bawaba
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
Hande Erçel slammed for Nocturne promo on Instagram
ALBAWABA - Hande Erçel 's latest fashion post sparks backlash and fan debate. Hande Ercel, a Turkish actress, has once again stirred up controversy on social media; however, her performance has not been met with universal approval. The actress showcased a deep emerald ensemble from the most recent collection of the premium fashion company Nocturne in a series of polished images that she posted on Instagram. These photos were taken in collaboration with Nocturne. All that was written in the caption was, "My Noc. 🖤." There were many fans who flooded the comment area with love, but there were also some critics who weren't as delighted. Critics referred to the post as "just another paid promotion" and questioned whether Ercel is prioritizing her fashion endorsement responsibilities over her acting career. Hande Erçel Instagram profile One person noted, "She is a great actress, but lately it's all about posing." She is a photographer. Those who disagreed with the style stated that it was too polished and lacked the honesty that her followers had previously enjoyed in her prior posts. However, there is no disputing the visual power that Ercel possesses. The photographs, which feature a confident stare, slick styling, and dark lighting, demonstrate her mastery of the art of manipulating brand influence. The simplicity of her commentary ensured that the attention was directed toward the photographs, which showcased Nocturne's typical glitter and clean lines. Hande Erçel Instagram profile The long-term partnership between Ercel and Nocturne has proven to be one of the most fruitful in terms of both financial success and stylistic development for the actress. However, since more and more emphasis is being paid to her fashion partnerships, some of her supporters are beginning to wonder if she is gradually moving away from the acting industry, which is where she first gained popularity. Nocturne Instagram profile There is one thing that is certain: Hande Ercel is familiar with how to maintain the spotlight, even if it means causing a little bit of controversy. This is true regardless of whether it is a calculated branding move or a true representation of her growing interests.
Bloomberg
17 hours ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Turkey Plans to Skip Minimum-Wage Raise in Boost for Investors
Turkey's government plans to skip a mid-year increase in the minimum wage, according to people with knowledge of the matter, resisting political pressure to alleviate rising living costs. Such a move would likely be viewed positively by investors, who see restrictions on salaries as a means to gauge the willingness of Turkish officials to tackle persistently high inflation.
