Management; It is planning to transfer centre-backs, wings, full-backs and forwards during the break. There are many football players and their alternatives on the agenda for almost every region. Contacts and negotiations continue. The Black Sea giant, who wants to make two reinforcements for the defender, especially after Stefan Savic is frequently injured, wants to sign 22-year-old defender Chibuike Nwaiwu, who plays for Wolfsberger, but the Austrian Bundesliga team demands 12 million euros. Storm, on the other hand, exceeded 7 million euros with bonuses. Due to the difference, Trabzonspor also started to make an attempt for Jerome Opoku from Başakşehir.
HE IS WELCOME TO COMING
The contract of the 27-year-old Ghanaian defender ends in 2027. It was learned that the 1.97-tall defender made a positive return to the burgundy-blue club at the first contact and was ready to play if the conditions were met. Opoku, who played a total of 19 matches this season and made 2 assists, has a transfer value of 5 million euros. Contacts with Başakşehir have accelerated regarding the football player, which is given priority due to its recognition of the Super League. Trabzonspor staff met with Başakşehir President Göksel Gümüşdağ and received information about the price. The left-footed Ghanaian can also play as left back. News is also expected for Nwaiwu.
PLAYING STYLE
– Physically strong: Not easily destroyed in double fights
– Effective in aerial balls: Provides advantage in both defense and attack in standing balls
– Good positional knowledge: Stands in the right place in penalty area defense
– Starting with the ball: Although he is not very creative, he prefers the safe pass
STRENGTHS
– Tall + athleticism
– Tough and determined defense
– Man marking
– Air dominance
Aspects that need improvement
– Playing with the ball (long pass quality)
– First step against fast forwards
– Sometimes fouls arising from aggression
GENERAL EVALUATION
Opoku is a reliable defender profile for teams that want defense based on physical strength. It has a structure that can adapt to the Turkish League tempo and contact play. He will be more productive with a defender who can make plays next to him.