Galatasaray will look to sign Trabzonspor defensive midfielder Batista Mendy

Galatasaray have set their sights on 24-year-old defensive midfielder Batista Mendy, according to a report from Foot Mercato.

Mendy, who currently plies his trade with Trabzonspor in Turkey, has quickly become a key target for the reigning Süper Lig champions as they aim to strengthen their squad and continue their dominance in the league, where they have secured the title for the past two seasons.

Mendy, born in France and of Bissau-Guinean descent, has a strong background in youth international football, having represented France at the U16, U17, U18, and U19 levels. His early development in the French football system laid a solid foundation for his professional career, which began to flourish during his time in Ligue 1.

Before making the move to Turkey, Mendy played for Angers, where he made 69 appearances and scored one goal. His consistent performances at Angers caught the attention of Trabzonspor, who secured his services last summer for a reported fee of €5 million. Since joining Trabzonspor, Mendy has adapted well to his new environment, making 43 appearances and even finding the back of the net against İstanbul Başakşehir FK.

Mendy’s impressive form has not gone unnoticed, as he has attracted interest from clubs outside of Turkey. In April, it was reported that Crystal Palace from the English Premier League had made an offer for the midfielder. However, Trabzonspor are unlikely to part ways with Mendy easily, as the player is under contract with the club until 2027. This long-term contract suggests that Trabzonspor values Mendy highly and would require a significant transfer fee to consider letting him go.

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Galatasaray’s interest in Mendy comes as no surprise, given the club’s ambition to maintain its status at the top of Turkish football. Mendy’s defensive capabilities and versatility in midfield make him an appealing addition to Galatasaray’s squad, which is looking to bolster its depth ahead of another title challenge.

As the transfer window remains open, it will be interesting to see if Galatasaray can negotiate a deal with Trabzonspor for Mendy’s services. The midfielder’s contract situation means that any potential transfer will likely involve a considerable fee, but Galatasaray’s desire to strengthen their squad could drive them to pursue Mendy aggressively.

In the coming days, football fans will be watching closely to see whether Mendy makes the switch to Galatasaray or remains with Trabzonspor to continue his career in Turkey. His future could play a significant role in shaping the landscape of the Süper Lig in the upcoming season.

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Bologna-born Giuseppe Bianchi has spent more than a decade living in Rome and writing about Italian football, Spanish football and the Premier League for various Italian football portals and now he writes about European football for Euro Football Rumours. He's been thinking about football transfers pretty much nonstop since the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Aside from writing, he likes to spend his time fishing and rock climbing.