Ismail Kartal's Championship Claim and Transfer Statements
Fenerbahce Head Coach Ismail Kartal emphasized their belief in becoming champions during a press conference held at the Can Bartu Facilities.
Fenerbahce Head Coach Ismail Kartal answered questions from members of the press at the Fenerbahce Can Bartu Facilities, stating his belief that they will be champions at the end of the season and making important evaluations regarding the general condition of the team and transfers.
Championship Belief and Evaluation of the International Break
Fenerbahce Head Coach Ismail Kartal expressed his belief that they will all be champions together at the end of the season. Stating that they made good use of the international break, the experienced coach noted that the energy within the team is at a very good level.
Game Philosophy and Transfer Planning
Stating that they will be a team that applies pressure in the opponent's half, forces the opponent into mistakes, and plays set-play offense well, Kartal noted that they will continue with the current squad within the framework of the 10+4 rule until the winter transfer window.
Injuries and Player Status
It was stated that Mert Muldur, who has an injury, will recover within 4 to 5 weeks, while Spanish star Marco Asensio's health is good, and he can be played in the starting eleven in a friendly match to take his place in the team until the Caykur Rizespor match.
Set Pieces and Tactical Works
Emphasizing that they are reaping the rewards of their work with 6 goals scored from set pieces, Ismail Kartal conveyed that they are working intensively on ball possession and reducing ball-winning times.
Warnings to Players and Sense of Responsibility
Stating that he reminded his players after matches with low performance that there is no yesterday in football, Kartal emphasized that he takes all the responsibility upon himself and that everyone at Fenerbahce has an obligation to be successful.
Squad Developments and New Names
He stated that Mert Hakan Yandas has reached a good physical level, Romelu Lukaku will reach his true performance in a short time, and goalkeeper Ederson's performance is quite good. He also added that they work in harmony with Football Director Oguz Cetin and that young center-back Kojo Oppong was transferred with the support of Alexander Djiku.