earlier this month, sports witness Italy's claims about Liverpool's interest in AS Roma's Zeki Celik covered. With the defender's contract situation complicated, Fulham and Newcastle United have also emerged as suitors.
The Turkey international has been one of the Giallorossi's best players this season. He has one goal and two assists in Serie A. Even in the Europa League, he has contributed two goals, adapting well to Gian Piero Gasperini's system.
The wing-back's contract expires in the summer and so far, Roma have struggled to tie him down to a long-term deal. Many clubs are getting opportunities due to this.
Newcastle United and Fulham at the ground
today's corriere dello sport report about the 29-year-old and describe him as an 'international intrigue'.
The Turkish side have demanded €4m per season. Meanwhile, Roma have made it clear that this salary will not be sustainable and have responded with an offer of around €2.5m.
This won't be enough for the player, with Fulham and Newcastle United competing for his signature. Juventus are also interested, with Stuttgart also in the running for the former Lille player.
Despite this uncertainty, Zeki Celik remains an important part of Gasperini's team and his performances have not declined.
Signing could be crucial for Fulham and Newcastle
The defender has faced a lot of ups and downs in his Roma career. His first two seasons were filled with criticism and inconsistency but this did not stop Zeki Celik from improving from the previous season.
He has also played at centre-back and on the left side of the backline when desperately needed. This suggests the Türkiye international could be a valuable signing for both Fulham and Newcastle United.
For someone who can come for free, Zeki Celik can offer a lot to the first team. He also has European experience with both Roma and Lille and that would come in handy for Premier League clubs as well.
