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<p>What's next for Kerem Aktürkoğlu?</p>
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<p>The rivalry between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce is arguably one of the most intense in world football. The passion of the fanbases is palpable each weekend at the matches, and the profiles of these two giants are consistently among the most visited on Transfermarkt. With Istanbul’s population exceeding 16 million, Fenerbahce and Galatasaray dominate the Turkish football landscape, boasting a combined total of 44 Super Lig titles. Currently, Galatasaray leads with 25 titles, but José Mourinho aims to challenge their supremacy this season and end Fenerbahce’s 12-year title drought.</p>
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<p>Transfers directly between these rival clubs are quite rare, but Michy Batshuayi made headlines last summer when he moved from Fenerbahce to Galatasaray. Further, it's uncommon for players to have played for both clubs in their careers, but Kerem Aktürkoğlu appears ready to join this exclusive group. Mourinho is keen to sign the Turkish international from Benfica, while Fenerbahce is currently in talks with the Portuguese club over the transfer fee. Utilizing Transfermarkt’s well-known market values, we've analyzed former players who have represented both clubs and their peak market values while wearing the respective jerseys.</p>
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<h2>Players Who Have Crossed Between Fenerbahce and Galatasaray</h2>
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<p>Although negotiations between Fenerbahce and Benfica are ongoing, Aktürkoğlu is anticipated to finalize his return to Istanbul before the transfer window closes. The 26-year-old will become the 52nd player to have played for both clubs and will hold the title of the most valuable player to wear both jerseys. Aktürkoğlu's current market value stands at €24 million, surpassing his peak valuation of €17 million during his time with Galatasaray.</p>
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<p>As illustrated in the graphic above, Aktürkoğlu is set to surpass current record holder Burak Yilmaz, who reached a peak market value of €18 million in 2013. Caner Erkin, a veteran of 250 matches for Fenerbahce, ranks third, while Batshuayi is featured in the top ten following his controversial transfer last summer.</p>
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<h2>Insights from Turkey on Kerem Aktürkoğlu's Transfer</h2>
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<p>Lara Karacan, Transfermarkt’s Super Lig expert, shares insights into Aktürkoğlu’s impending move to Fenerbahce's archrivals. "When news of Kerem's potential transfer to Fenerbahçe first surfaced, both Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe fans expressed their discontent," Karacan stated. "During his time at Galatasaray, he made several negative comments about Fenerbahçe, which understandably upset the Galatasaray supporters."</p>
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<p>"However, as negotiations progressed, Kerem showed increasing determination to join Fenerbahçe, which shifted the fans' perception of him positively. It was known that he had been a Fenerbahçe supporter since childhood, even while at Galatasaray. Many believed he would don the Fenerbahçe jersey one day. Still, the speed at which this transfer is happening—just one season at Benfica after leaving Galatasaray—has surprised everyone involved."</p>
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