Celik rejects Fiorentina and Fenerbahce to renew Roma contract
Mehmet Zeki Celik has chosen to extend his stay at Roma despite attracting interest from Serie A rivals Fiorentina and Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahce. The Turkish international right-back had entered the final phase of his previous deal, prompting approaches from both clubs, but has opted to renew with the Giallorossi. The renewal secures Roma's depth at right-back and removes a potential summer transfer saga. Fiorentina and Fenerbahce will need to look elsewhere for reinforcement in that position.
Read the full story at football-italia.netRetaining Celik on a renewal is a quietly significant outcome for Roma, who avoid losing a reliable squad player for free or at a discounted rate. With Celik reportedly preferred to stay, Roma's negotiating position is strengthened. For Fiorentina and Fenerbahce, the rejection forces a pivot in their right-back recruitment plans ahead of the next window.
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