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With Victor Osimhen leading Galatasaray's charge to the Super Lig title, Fenerbache have deployed countermeasures to compete with the reigning champions
Fenerbahce has landed a major coup in their pursuit of Super Lig glory, securing Anderson Talisca, the Brazilian playmaker and Cristiano Ronaldo’s former Al-Nassr teammate.
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With the club's 10-year title drought looming large, the arrival of Talisca is being hailed as a decisive move to match the firepower of Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen-led attack.
Talisca returns to Turkey with high expectations
Talisca’s return to the Super Lig is a homecoming of sorts, following his electrifying stint with Besiktas during the 2016–2017 season, where he spearheaded their title charge.
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This time, the creative midfielder joins Fenerbahce on a loan deal with a purchase option, with the club sharing his $12.5 million annual salary.
Vice President Acun Ilicali played a key role in brokering the deal, hoping Talisca’s presence will address the offensive inconsistencies plaguing Fenerbahce this season.
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His arrival is particularly aimed at adding bite to Fenerbahce’s attack, which has been the difference between Jose Mourinho’s side and league leaders Galatasaray.
Talisca’s versatility, technical prowess, and knack for long-range strikes have made him a standout across multiple leagues, from Portugal to China, and his recent stint at Al-Nassr saw him contribute 76 goals and 10 assists in 104 matches.
Mourinho hoping to break Galatasaray’s dominance
With Mourinho guiding Fenerbahce, Talisca is expected to be a centrepiece in the club’s tactical setup. The Brazilian’s ability to dictate play and provide crucial goals is seen as the perfect counter to Galatasaray’s dynamic attack led by Victor Osimhen.
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Fenerbahce fans are optimistic that Talisca can replicate his success from his time with Besiktas, bringing the creativity and scoring touch needed to break their title drought.
The Brazilian’s football intelligence and ability to perform in high-pressure situations could make him the game-changer Mourinho needs to reclaim domestic dominance.
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With his history of success in Türkiye and beyond, all eyes will be on the Brazilian to see if he can rise to the challenge and deliver another title-winning performance, this time for Fenerbahce.
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