According to the Turkish newspaper “Spor Arena,” José Mourinho has his eyes on signing Barcelona’s central defender and captain of the German national team, Ilkay Gündogan. Due to Fred's injury, the Turkish team is forced to look into the transfer market to fill the gap left by the Brazilian player. Fred's injury has left a significant void in the squad, and Mourinho is seeking a quality addition to strengthen his new team.

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Moreover, it’s known that the vice president of Fenerbahçe is one of the most important and powerful figures in the Turkish league. This executive has already started negotiations to meet Mourinho’s wishes, as the coach is determined to get the team back on the path to winning titles, both locally and internationally. The vice president and Mourinho share an ambitious vision for Fenerbahçe’s future, and signing Gündogan would be a crucial step towards that goal.

For his part, Gündogan played his first minutes of the new season with Barcelona under the management of Hansi Flick. This Saturday, he participated in a friendly match against Real Madrid during a tour in the United States. His performance was closely watched, as he is known for his ability to influence the game from the midfield, both in defense and in creating scoring opportunities.

The potential transfer of Gündogan to Fenerbahçe has generated great excitement among Turkish fans. Many see the German captain as the key piece that could transform the team and take it to new heights. The news has been a hot topic in Turkish sports media, and Fenerbahçe supporters eagerly await the outcome of the negotiations.

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In summary, Mourinho's interest in signing Ilkay Gündogan reflects Fenerbahçe's ambition to become a serious contender in all competitions again. With the backing of the club's powerful vice president and the strategic vision of the Portuguese coach, Gündogan’s arrival could mark the beginning of a new era of success for the Turkish team.