Berke Özer denies Fenerbahçe transfer rumors, confirms stay at Lille

Goalkeeper Berke Özer has firmly dismissed speculation linking him with a return to Fenerbahçe, asserting his commitment to his current role as the first-choice goalkeeper at French club Lille.

Özer, 26, addressed the rumors, stating, "I am staying at Lille. I am the first goalkeeper. The incoming goalkeeper will be the second choice." He expressed bewilderment at the persistent rumors, noting that his club's president had previously affirmed his status as the number one keeper.

The article traces Özer's career path, from his beginnings at Altınordu to his move to Fenerbahçe. He had loan spells at Westerlo and Portimonense before joining Eyüpspor and then being loaned to Ümraniyespor. Last summer, Lille signed him for 4.5 million Euros. Fenerbahçe retains a 20% share of his transfer fee from Lille, stemming from a previous agreement.

Last season, Özer made 45 appearances for Lille across all competitions, keeping 17 clean sheets and conceding 51 goals.

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I am staying at Lille. I am the first goalkeeper. The incoming goalkeeper will be the second choice. Our president already said a month ago that he would bring in a second goalkeeper (backup) to the team. The president has a press conference a month ago, saying 'Berke is our number 1.' There is no development. I am here. I don't understand how they can speak so casually.