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Lesley Ugochukwu Transfer from Burnley to Galatasaray

10d ago

Galatasaray have completed a loan-to-buy deal for Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu, with the total package valued at €30 million. The club formally notified the Public Disclosure Platform (KAP) that an agreement had been reached with the player and Burnley for a temporary transfer until the end of the 2026–27 season. Galatasaray will pay an initial loan fee of approximately €3.55 million. The contract contains a permanent purchase option of €26.6 million that becomes a mandatory obligation to buy next summer if Ugochukwu meets specific performance thresholds and appearance counts. The player will earn a net guaranteed salary of €2.65 million per season.

Galatasaray have completed a loan-to-buy deal for Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu, with the total package valued at €30 million. The club formally notified the Public Disclosure Platform (KAP) that an agreement had been reached with the player and Burnley for a temporary transfer until the end of the 2026–27 season. Galatasaray will pay an initial loan fee of approximately €3.55 million. The contract contains a permanent purchase option of €26.6 million that becomes a mandatory obligation to buy next summer if Ugochukwu meets specific performance thresholds and appearance counts. The player will earn a net guaranteed salary of €2.65 million per season.

11d ago

Galatasaray announced that Lesley Ugochukwu is joining from Burnley on an initial loan, with a loan fee of 3.5 million euros and a conditional purchase option of approximately 26 million euros.

Galatasaray announced that Lesley Ugochukwu is joining from Burnley on an initial loan, with a loan fee of 3.5 million euros and a conditional purchase option of approximately 26 million euros.

11d ago

Lesley Ugochukwu has arrived in Istanbul to finalize his loan move to Galatasaray, which includes an option for a permanent deal. Burnley have agreed a loan fee with Galatasaray, and it is believed a clause has been inserted for Ugochukwu to join permanently if he makes 25 appearances. Ugochukwu told Galatasaray's YouTube Channel that he is proud and very happy to be there. He said he has come to a very big team and that since he was a kid, he has always wanted to play for big clubs. Ugochukwu added that coming to this big club completes this happiness for him and he is eager to meet the fans and get to know everyone.

Lesley Ugochukwu has arrived in Istanbul to finalize his loan move to Galatasaray, which includes an option for a permanent deal. Burnley have agreed a loan fee with Galatasaray, and it is believed a clause has been inserted for Ugochukwu to join permanently if he makes 25 appearances. Ugochukwu told Galatasaray's YouTube Channel that he is proud and very happy to be there. He said he has come to a very big team and that since he was a kid, he has always wanted to play for big clubs. Ugochukwu added that coming to this big club completes this happiness for him and he is eager to meet the fans and get to know everyone.

13d ago

Lesley Ugochukwu, aged 22, has joined Galatasaray, leaving Burnley after one season. Galatasaray has officially announced the arrival of Lesley Ugochukwu in a video posted on their social networks. The club paid 30 million euros for him.

Lesley Ugochukwu, aged 22, has joined Galatasaray, leaving Burnley after one season. Galatasaray has officially announced the arrival of Lesley Ugochukwu in a video posted on their social networks. The club paid 30 million euros for him.

13d ago

According to Fanatik, an agreement has been reached between Galatasaray and Burnley for the loan of Lesley Ugochukwu, including a purchase option. The report states that Galatasaray will pay a 3 million Euro signing fee to Burnley. The purchase option is set at 25 million Euro and will be activated if Ugochukwu plays in 25 matches. Fanatik's report also mentions that the midfielder has packed his belongings and will travel to Istanbul shortly. This agreement followed intensive weekend negotiations, and Ugochukwu was reportedly one of the players most desired by Okan Buruk.

According to Fanatik, an agreement has been reached between Galatasaray and Burnley for the loan of Lesley Ugochukwu, including a purchase option. The report states that Galatasaray will pay a 3 million Euro signing fee to Burnley. The purchase option is set at 25 million Euro and will be activated if Ugochukwu plays in 25 matches. Fanatik's report also mentions that the midfielder has packed his belongings and will travel to Istanbul shortly. This agreement followed intensive weekend negotiations, and Ugochukwu was reportedly one of the players most desired by Okan Buruk.

14d ago

Turkish Süper Lig champions Galatasaray have secured an agreement in principle for Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Galatasaray are close to finalizing the details on a structured deal after progress in negotiations with the English side. Romano also stated that the deal is confirmed and Lesley Ugochukwu will sign his contract at Galatasaray soon. The deal is worth under a €30m package for the midfielder. The agreement is structured as an initial loan move with a €2 million fee and includes a buy option clause worth approximately €25 million to €26 million. This option will automatically become a mandatory obligation to buy under certain appearance-based and performance conditions. The total value of the package is reported to be slightly less than €30 million. Ugochukwu’s representative is traveling to Istanbul to finalize the contracts. An official confirmation is expected in the next few days, contingent on medical examinations in Istanbul.

Turkish Süper Lig champions Galatasaray have secured an agreement in principle for Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Galatasaray are close to finalizing the details on a structured deal after progress in negotiations with the English side. Romano also stated that the deal is confirmed and Lesley Ugochukwu will sign his contract at Galatasaray soon. The deal is worth under a €30m package for the midfielder. The agreement is structured as an initial loan move with a €2 million fee and includes a buy option clause worth approximately €25 million to €26 million. This option will automatically become a mandatory obligation to buy under certain appearance-based and performance conditions. The total value of the package is reported to be slightly less than €30 million. Ugochukwu’s representative is traveling to Istanbul to finalize the contracts. An official confirmation is expected in the next few days, contingent on medical examinations in Istanbul.

14d ago

According to Fabrizio Romano, midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu is set to join Galatasaray from Burnley for around €30m, and Romano has confirmed the transfer.

According to Fabrizio Romano, midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu is set to join Galatasaray from Burnley for around €30m, and Romano has confirmed the transfer.

14d ago

Fanatik reported that talks were held with Burnley's owner Alan Pace regarding the financial terms of Lesley Ugochukwu's transfer to Galatasaray. Burnley's initial demand was 28.5 million euros, which was based on the fee they had paid to Chelsea. Galatasaray put forward a proposal for a loan with a purchase option, and following negotiations, the clubs reached an agreement on a model. The agreed-upon structure includes a loan fee of 5.5 million pounds, an amount Burnley owes to Chelsea, and a purchase option for an additional 20 million pounds. The purchase clause will be activated automatically if Ugochukwu participates in approximately 20-25 official matches. Galatasaray's objective is to complete the transfer shortly so the player can join their Austria training camp.

Fanatik reported that talks were held with Burnley's owner Alan Pace regarding the financial terms of Lesley Ugochukwu's transfer to Galatasaray. Burnley's initial demand was 28.5 million euros, which was based on the fee they had paid to Chelsea. Galatasaray put forward a proposal for a loan with a purchase option, and following negotiations, the clubs reached an agreement on a model. The agreed-upon structure includes a loan fee of 5.5 million pounds, an amount Burnley owes to Chelsea, and a purchase option for an additional 20 million pounds. The purchase clause will be activated automatically if Ugochukwu participates in approximately 20-25 official matches. Galatasaray's objective is to complete the transfer shortly so the player can join their Austria training camp.

14d ago

According to Nicolo Schira, the medicals and signing for Lesley Ugochukwu's transfer from Burnley FC to Galatasaray are expected to take place tomorrow. The deal is a loan with an option to buy, and the contract is valid until 2031 (1+4).

According to Nicolo Schira, the medicals and signing for Lesley Ugochukwu's transfer from Burnley FC to Galatasaray are expected to take place tomorrow. The deal is a loan with an option to buy, and the contract is valid until 2031 (1+4).

15d ago

According to Fanatik, Galatasaray has reached an agreement with Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. Victor Osimhen was reportedly a key factor in convincing Ugochukwu after calling him. Burnley now wants a mandatory buy clause in the contract, which would be triggered by a certain number of matches played. Ugochukwu's manager was invited to Istanbul to finalize the negotiations; these negotiations are now official between the clubs and the manager. Galatasaray is expected to pay Burnley a loan fee of approximately 5 million Euro, and the buy option is expected to be 20 million Euro. A portion of the money will go to Chelsea because of arrangements between Burnley and Chelsea concerning the player.

According to Fanatik, Galatasaray has reached an agreement with Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu. Victor Osimhen was reportedly a key factor in convincing Ugochukwu after calling him. Burnley now wants a mandatory buy clause in the contract, which would be triggered by a certain number of matches played. Ugochukwu's manager was invited to Istanbul to finalize the negotiations; these negotiations are now official between the clubs and the manager. Galatasaray is expected to pay Burnley a loan fee of approximately 5 million Euro, and the buy option is expected to be 20 million Euro. A portion of the money will go to Chelsea because of arrangements between Burnley and Chelsea concerning the player.

16d ago

According to Fabrizio Romano, Galatasaray has reached an agreement with Burnley for the transfer of French midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu, who will join on loan with a purchase option for a total fee of approximately 30 million euro.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Galatasaray has reached an agreement with Burnley for the transfer of French midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu, who will join on loan with a purchase option for a total fee of approximately 30 million euro.

16d ago

Matteo Moretto reports that Lesley Ugochukwu's transfer to Galatasaray is imminent, and the deal is being finalized with signatures.

Matteo Moretto reports that Lesley Ugochukwu's transfer to Galatasaray is imminent, and the deal is being finalized with signatures.

17d ago

According to Fabrizio Romano, Galatasaray are insisting on signing Lesley Ugochukwu from Burnley and are confident of finalizing the deal in the coming days. The Turkish club is ready to present a new official offer. An agreement has already been reached with Ugochukwu, who only wants to move to Istanbul as he does not want to play in the Championship.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Galatasaray are insisting on signing Lesley Ugochukwu from Burnley and are confident of finalizing the deal in the coming days. The Turkish club is ready to present a new official offer. An agreement has already been reached with Ugochukwu, who only wants to move to Istanbul as he does not want to play in the Championship.

17d ago

Matteo Moretto reports that Galatasaray are close to signing Lesley Ugochukwu. The negotiation between the parties is advanced and signatures might arrive in the coming days.

Matteo Moretto reports that Galatasaray are close to signing Lesley Ugochukwu. The negotiation between the parties is advanced and signatures might arrive in the coming days.

17d ago

According to HTSpor reporter Cagatay Celik, Galatasaray have made a loan-to-buy offer for Lesley Ugochukwu valued at €26m (£22.1m). Negotiations are continuing over the deal, and the option to buy the Burnley player will be subject to conditions. Ugochukwu's departure from Burnley is widely expected. It is not certain that Galatasaray will acquire the Frenchman with this offer. A factor that could be an obstacle for the Turkish club is if Burnley prefer an immediate sale.

According to HTSpor reporter Cagatay Celik, Galatasaray have made a loan-to-buy offer for Lesley Ugochukwu valued at €26m (£22.1m). Negotiations are continuing over the deal, and the option to buy the Burnley player will be subject to conditions. Ugochukwu's departure from Burnley is widely expected. It is not certain that Galatasaray will acquire the Frenchman with this offer. A factor that could be an obstacle for the Turkish club is if Burnley prefer an immediate sale.

18d ago

A report from Fanatik states that Galatasaray have prepared a new offer for Lesley Ugochukwu, proposing a total of €24 million to Burnley. This offer is said to consist of a €2 million loan fee and a €22 million mandatory purchase option. The report also states that Galatasaray management is working intensively to finalize the transfer soon and is awaiting Burnley's response to the new offer. The club has reportedly made significant progress in the transfer.

A report from Fanatik states that Galatasaray have prepared a new offer for Lesley Ugochukwu, proposing a total of €24 million to Burnley. This offer is said to consist of a €2 million loan fee and a €22 million mandatory purchase option. The report also states that Galatasaray management is working intensively to finalize the transfer soon and is awaiting Burnley's response to the new offer. The club has reportedly made significant progress in the transfer.

19d ago

According to Turkish pundit Ali Naci Küçük, Galatasaray are making efforts to sign Lesley Ugochukwu, a move approved by club president Dursun Özbek. Küçük revealed that Galatasaray want a loan deal with a purchase option and that Roland Sallai's agent is conducting the negotiations. The player has stated that he would join Galatasaray. The pundit stated that Galatasaray's offer is €2 million for the loan with a €20 million purchase option dependent on the number of matches played, whereas Burnley's expectation is a permanent transfer worth €25 million. Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing.

According to Turkish pundit Ali Naci Küçük, Galatasaray are making efforts to sign Lesley Ugochukwu, a move approved by club president Dursun Özbek. Küçük revealed that Galatasaray want a loan deal with a purchase option and that Roland Sallai's agent is conducting the negotiations. The player has stated that he would join Galatasaray. The pundit stated that Galatasaray's offer is €2 million for the loan with a €20 million purchase option dependent on the number of matches played, whereas Burnley's expectation is a permanent transfer worth €25 million. Negotiations between the two clubs are ongoing.

20d ago

Galatasaray are interested in acquiring Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu and have been monitoring his situation since April. According to Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu, via GS Gazete, Burnley is asking for €30m for Lesley Ugochukwu, as either a transfer fee or a mandatory purchase option. Sabuncuoglu also said that if Galatasaray pays that amount, they will acquire the player. Manager Okan Buruk and the scouting team have been following Ugochukwu for a long time and like him.

Galatasaray are interested in acquiring Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu and have been monitoring his situation since April. According to Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu, via GS Gazete, Burnley is asking for €30m for Lesley Ugochukwu, as either a transfer fee or a mandatory purchase option. Sabuncuoglu also said that if Galatasaray pays that amount, they will acquire the player. Manager Okan Buruk and the scouting team have been following Ugochukwu for a long time and like him.

21d ago

According to Fanatik, Burnley is unwilling to loan out midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu and has demanded a transfer fee of 35 million euros for his permanent transfer.

According to Fanatik, Burnley is unwilling to loan out midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu and has demanded a transfer fee of 35 million euros for his permanent transfer.

22d ago

It has been reported that Galatasaray have made an official bid for Lesley Ugochukwu. The reported bid consists of a €2m loan fee and an option to make the move permanent for €22m. The bid from Galatasaray only guarantees €2m, and there are no known specific details on how the option can be triggered.

It has been reported that Galatasaray have made an official bid for Lesley Ugochukwu. The reported bid consists of a €2m loan fee and an option to make the move permanent for €22m. The bid from Galatasaray only guarantees €2m, and there are no known specific details on how the option can be triggered.

23d ago

English media has reported that Galatasaray has submitted an early loan offer for Lesley Ugochukwu, which includes a purchase option.

English media has reported that Galatasaray has submitted an early loan offer for Lesley Ugochukwu, which includes a purchase option.

24d ago

Fanatik reports that Galatasaray has made a loan offer with an obligation to buy for Lesley Ugochukwu from Burnley.

Fanatik reports that Galatasaray has made a loan offer with an obligation to buy for Lesley Ugochukwu from Burnley.

93d ago

Galatasaray is closely monitoring Lesley Ugochukwu's situation and is considering making a loan offer when the transfer market opens to avoid high expenditure. Ugochukwu's current club, Burnley, faces probable relegation and is preparing to reduce its squad, wanting to remove its highest-paid players. The 22-year-old French and Nigerian midfielder, who joined from Chelsea last summer for approximately €28 million, wants to play at a higher level. Despite interest from Galatasaray and several other English teams, the player's current preference is to continue his career in England. His contract with Burnley is valid until 2030. The France U21 international has a current market value of €25.00m, according to an estimate by Transfermarkt.

Galatasaray is closely monitoring Lesley Ugochukwu's situation and is considering making a loan offer when the transfer market opens to avoid high expenditure. Ugochukwu's current club, Burnley, faces probable relegation and is preparing to reduce its squad, wanting to remove its highest-paid players. The 22-year-old French and Nigerian midfielder, who joined from Chelsea last summer for approximately €28 million, wants to play at a higher level. Despite interest from Galatasaray and several other English teams, the player's current preference is to continue his career in England. His contract with Burnley is valid until 2030. The France U21 international has a current market value of €25.00m, according to an estimate by Transfermarkt.

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