Author: Daily Sabah With Agencies

Manchester United finds itself tackling an unusual off-field challenge, as Old Trafford battles a rodent infestation that has cast a shadow over the stadium’s hygiene standards. During a recent inspection by hygiene officials, evidence of rodent activity, including droppings, was uncovered in several areas of the stadium. This discovery led to Old Trafford’s food hygiene rating plummeting from a respectable four stars to a worrying two stars out of a possible five. The club has launched an aggressive response to tackle the infestation, partnering with pest control experts and local authorities to implement comprehensive measures. According to internal sources, United…

Portuguese Primeira Liga giants Benfica are reportedly targeting Fenerbahçe’s midfielder Ismail Yüksek. Following the arrivals of Kerem Aktürkoğlu and Orkun Kökçü, the Portuguese giants seem poised to continue their interest in Turkish football. According to a report by Portuguese outlet Correio de Manha, Benfica have placed the 25-year-old midfielder firmly on their radar, allocating a budget of 10 million euros ($10.4 million) for his potential transfer. Fenerbahçe, however, are holding firm with a valuation of 12 million euros for their player. Negotiations could hinge on narrowing this financial gap, as both clubs weigh their priorities in the transfer market. Yüksek’s…

Portuguese Primeira Liga giants Benfica are reportedly targeting Fenerbahçe’s midfielder Ismail Yüksek. Following the arrivals of Kerem Aktürkoğlu and Orkun Kökçü, the Portuguese giants seem poised to continue their interest in Turkish football. According to a report by Portuguese outlet Correio de Manha, Benfica have placed the 25-year-old midfielder firmly on their radar, allocating a budget of 10 million euros ($10.4 million) for his potential transfer. Fenerbahçe, however, are holding firm with a valuation of 12 million euros for their player. Negotiations could hinge on narrowing this financial gap, as both clubs weigh their priorities in the transfer market. Yüksek’s…

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Tuesday received Lebanese Druze leader Walid Jumblatt at the Presidential Complex in the capital Ankara, Erdoğan’s office said. Erdoğan and Jumblatt held a closed-door meeting, likely focused on the latest situation in Syria and Lebanon. The pair were accompanied by Türkiye’s intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalın and Erdoğan’s chief advisor Akif Çağatay Kılıç. The Druze leader met Syria’s de-facto leader Ahmad al-Sharaa just a few days ago, becoming the most important politician from Lebanon to visit Syria since the Assad family’s 54-year rule ended two weeks ago. Ankara has pledged full support to the new administration…

Kasımpaşa’s rising star, Yasin Özcan, is set to make the leap to the Premier League, securing a move to Aston Villa for 8 million euros ($8 million). The 18-year-old defender, who has been a hot topic of transfer rumors linking him to Turkish giants Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş, will leave Kasımpaşa during the winter transfer window. Özcan, a standout talent for both Kasımpaşa and the Turkish national team, is expected to head to England in the first week of January. There, he will undergo a medical check-up before finalizing his move to the Premier League club. The deal marks a…

Kasımpaşa’s rising star, Yasin Özcan, is set to make the leap to the Premier League, securing a move to Aston Villa for 8 million euros ($8 million). The 18-year-old defender, who has been a hot topic of transfer rumors linking him to Turkish giants Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş, will leave Kasımpaşa during the winter transfer window. Özcan, a standout talent for both Kasımpaşa and the Turkish national team, is expected to head to England in the first week of January. There, he will undergo a medical check-up before finalizing his move to the Premier League club. The deal marks a…

Kasımpaşa’s rising star, Yasin Özcan, is set to make the leap to the Premier League, securing a move to Aston Villa for 8 million euros ($8 million). The 18-year-old defender, who has been a hot topic of transfer rumors linking him to Turkish giants Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe and Beşiktaş, will leave Kasımpaşa during the winter transfer window. Özcan, a standout talent for both Kasımpaşa and the Turkish national team, is expected to head to England in the first week of January. There, he will undergo a medical check-up before finalizing his move to the Premier League club. The deal marks a…

The trial of singer Serdar Ortaç for “illegal betting advertisements and encouragement” began on Tuesday at the 25th Criminal Court of First Instance at the Istanbul Justice Palace in Çağlayan. Fellow star Mehmet Ali Erbil will testify as a witness during the trial. The case stems from an investigation into illegal betting promotions led by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office. After making statements to the prosecutor, Ortaç and Erbil were placed under judicial control and placed under house arrest instead of detention. Ortaç arrived at the court with his lawyer, and Erbil was present. Mehmet Ali Erbil will be…

Fenerbahçe’s head coach, Jose Mourinho, underwent a successful gallbladder surgery in his native Portugal, with his health reported to be in good condition. The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) promptly shared a message of support, wishing the renowned coach a swift recovery. “Sending our best wishes to Jose Mourinho, who underwent gallbladder surgery in Portugal. We hope for his speedy recovery,” TFF’s statement read. Mourinho’s time at Fenerbahçe has been under intense scrutiny, following disappointing results in recent weeks. The team’s loss to Beşiktaş and a draw with Eyüpspor have left Fenerbahçe eight points behind league leaders Galatasaray. Speculation is rife…

Türkiye’s ambassador to Moscow and Russia’s special envoy for the Middle East and North Africa discussed the latest developments in Syria, diplomatic sources said Monday. The sources said that the meeting between Ambassador Tanju Bilgiç and Mikhail Bogdanov, who is also Russia’s deputy foreign minister, focused on current developments in the Middle East, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, as well as the situation in Syria. Both sides emphasized the importance of preserving Syria’s unity, territorial integrity, and sovereignty. In a statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry confirmed that the Syrian issue was a key topic of discussion between Bogdanov and Bilgiç. Russia…