Hull City Owner Ekun Ilicali has told Turkish media that they are working on bringing in players ahead of next season.
The Tigers have been linked with Galatasaray defender Victor Nelson in recent days. sports witness Reports covered from Türkiye that they have begun efforts to sign the player.
It has also emerged that they are interested in Fenerbahçe forward Talisca. Due to Ilikali's Fener connections it is believed that he could come for the Brazilian attacker.
Hull City are targeting players
haberser ekrimizi The covers include comments made by Ilikali when asked if he was planning to sign Nelson and Talisca this summer.
The Hull City chief confirmed they are keeping an eye on players, but would not elaborate on who they are targeting.
"We have some work to do, but I wouldn't say 'that football player'. Our football minds prepare some reports about some players. We will discuss these as well." The plow owner said.
Ilkal was then asked if he would consider bringing in high profile players from major Süper Lig clubs. Hull City boss says he believes there is talent in Türkiye that can play in the English topflight
"The teams of Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe and Besiktas are very high level. These teams obviously have players who can play in the Premier League. This also includes Trabzonspor. We also have a very good relationship with Trabzonspor." The Hull City man said.
Hull City boss in conversation
Earlier this week it was reported that Hull City have entered transfer talks to sign Nelson and are looking to complete a deal.
The Dane is no longer in Okan Buruc's plans and they are keen to offload him during this window. He was loaned to Verona last season and could return to Serie A.
Gala are reportedly looking at offers of up to €10m for the Denmark international. Hull City's opening bid is said to be €4m.
Nelson's club teammate Roland Salai is also on the Premier League team's wish-list after the Hungarian impressed with Sime Bom last season.
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