Vincent Aboubakar, a 33-year-old Cameroonian striker, is set to arrive in Istanbul for transfer negotiations with Kocaelispor, a new team in the Süper Lig. He is currently without a contract. Aboubakar has previously played for Beşiktaş in the Süper Lig and joined Hatayspor in 2024 after leaving Beşiktaş. He did not meet expectations at Hatayspor, scoring 8 goals and providing 2 assists in 28 matches last season.

Vincent Aboubakar is on the verge of finalizing a transfer to Kocaelispor, as both parties are reportedly close to reaching an agreement. The transfer is considered unexpected, given that Aboubakar recently signed a one-year contract with Hatayspor following his departure from Beşiktaş. Kocaelispor, who are currently at the top of the Trendyol 1. Lig, is in the process of concluding the agreement with Aboubakar. He has participated in 18 matches in the Süper Lig this season, scoring 6 goals and providing 2 assists. It has been reported that the deal is nearly complete.