Gotzepe push for Saidu as loan talks with Zaragoza stall

In the bustling offices of El Gotzepe, the Turkish Superliga club has rushed to finalise the signing of Ghanaian midfielder Yussif Saidu. After weeks of pursuit, the team is now haggling with Spain’s Real Zaragoza over a loan that carries an option to purchase for over €2 million.

The Turkish side has accelerated the Saidu deal in the past few days, a clear sign of renewed urgency. This comes after a summer‑long campaign to secure the midfielder’s services.

Negotiations focus on a loan arrangement with Real Zaragoza that includes a future purchase clause. Both clubs are weighing the financial and sporting implications of the move.

The move could be completed in the final hours of the transfer window, yet both parties admit the agreement remains distant. Neither side has confirmed a definitive timetable.

El Gotzepe has been pursuing Saidu throughout the summer, submitting multiple approaches before this written proposal. The club’s persistence underscores its belief in the player’s potential.

Written offer and purchase clause

The club has now lodged a formal written offer, whereas earlier overtures from other interested clubs were only verbal. This marks a shift towards a more concrete negotiation.

The proposal outlines a payment for the loan period, though the exact amount is not disclosed. It signals Gotzepe’s willingness to invest immediately.

It also sets a voluntary purchase option valued at more than two million euros, should Zaragoza decide to make the deal permanent. The clause remains a key point of contention.