Aston Villa, Everton, Newcastle United, and West Ham United are reportedly interested in signing 24-year-old Turkish international Baris Alper Yilmaz from Galatasaray.
According to a report by Hurriyet, as relayed by Sport Witness, Baris Alper Yilmaz continues to attract interest from the Premier League. Aston Villa, Everton, Newcastle United, and West Ham United are vying for the signature of the Turkish international, with Galatasaray valuing him at around €30 million.
The Baris Alper Yilmaz story
Baris Alper Yilmaz has established himself as one of the best players in his country in the last few seasons. A native of Rize, the Turk spent most of his formative years in his hometown but has risen in prominence since joining Galatasaray from Ankara Keciörengücü in July 2021.
The 24-year-old has been a mainstay in the final third for Galatasaray in recent seasons, with his productivity improving with each passing season. Yilmaz has contributed to 12 goals in 27 outings across all competitions this term by finding the back of the net 11 times and providing one assist. Meanwhile, the player’s progress has not gone unnoticed, alerting Premier League clubs like Aston Villa, Everton, Newcastle United, and West Ham United.
A man in demand
Aston Villa and Newcastle United were keen on signing the Turkish international in the summer transfer window before the deal failed to see the light of day. The continued interest makes sense for Newcastle United, considering Miguel Almiron faces an uncertain future at St. James’ Park.
However, it is unclear how Yilmaz fits the scheme of things at Aston Villa, considering they have signed Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund this month. Meanwhile, Everton’s interest in Baris Alper Yilmaz is understandable, considering Jack Harrison has blown hot and cold this term. However, a deal for the Turk might not be feasible for Everton, considering Galatasaray’s asking price of €30 million.
As for West Ham United, Graham Potter wants more firepower in the second half of the 2024/25 season. So, with Jarrod Bowen, Niclas Fullkrug, and Michail Antonio on the sidelines, the Hammers need a new attacker. Yilmaz has thus emerged as a viable target for West Ham.
The report has claimed that Lazio recently failed with a bid to sign the 24-year-old Turkish international. So, it will be interesting to see if the Premier League clubs are ready to cough up €30 million to secure his services in the winter transfer window.
Aston Villa, Everton, Newcastle United, and West Ham United are reportedly interested in signing 24-year-old Turkish international Baris Alper Yilmaz from Galatasaray.
According to a report by Hurriyet, as relayed by Sport Witness, Baris Alper Yilmaz continues to attract interest from the Premier League. Aston Villa, Everton, Newcastle United, and West Ham United are vying for the signature of the Turkish international, with Galatasaray valuing him at around €30 million.
The Baris Alper Yilmaz story
Baris Alper Yilmaz has established himself as one of the best players in his country in the last few seasons. A native of Rize, the Turk spent most of his formative years in his hometown but has risen in prominence since joining Galatasaray from Ankara Keciörengücü in July 2021.
The 24-year-old has been a mainstay in the final third for Galatasaray in recent seasons, with his productivity improving with each passing season. Yilmaz has contributed to 12 goals in 27 outings across all competitions this term by finding the back of the net 11 times and providing one assist. Meanwhile, the player’s progress has not gone unnoticed, alerting Premier League clubs like Aston Villa, Everton, Newcastle United, and West Ham United.
A man in demand
Aston Villa and Newcastle United were keen on signing the Turkish international in the summer transfer window before the deal failed to see the light of day. The continued interest makes sense for Newcastle United, considering Miguel Almiron faces an uncertain future at St. James’ Park.
However, it is unclear how Yilmaz fits the scheme of things at Aston Villa, considering they have signed Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund this month. Meanwhile, Everton’s interest in Baris Alper Yilmaz is understandable, considering Jack Harrison has blown hot and cold this term. However, a deal for the Turk might not be feasible for Everton, considering Galatasaray’s asking price of €30 million.
As for West Ham United, Graham Potter wants more firepower in the second half of the 2024/25 season. So, with Jarrod Bowen, Niclas Fullkrug, and Michail Antonio on the sidelines, the Hammers need a new attacker. Yilmaz has thus emerged as a viable target for West Ham.
The report has claimed that Lazio recently failed with a bid to sign the 24-year-old Turkish international. So, it will be interesting to see if the Premier League clubs are ready to cough up €30 million to secure his services in the winter transfer window.