Volkan Demirel

Volkan Demirel

Volkan Demirel

  • Current club: Fenerbahçe S.K. (football)
  • Date of Birth: 27 October 1981
  • Birthplace: ?stanbul, ?stanbul, Turkey

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Arsenal goalkeeper wants Turkey move?

Arsenal backup goalkeeper David Ospina is reportedly leaning towards a move to Turkey ahead of this summer's transfer window.

Arsenal in control as Fenerbahce brushed aside

Arsenal cruised to victory against Fenerbahce in the first leg of their Champions League qualifying tie in Istanbul. Second half goals from Aaron Ramsey, Kieran Gibbs and Olivier Giroud secured a 3-0 away win and what is almost certainly their ticket to the group stage of the competition.

Arsenal considering Volkan?

Arsenal are rumoured to be ready to make an offer for Volkan Demirel, the Turkish international goalkeeper who plays for Fenerbahce in Turkey's Super Lig - widely regarded as the best goalkeeper there.

Turkey leave with heads held high

Turkey won many hearts at Euro 2008 and showed they can become a major force in world soccer thanks to their determination, skill and grace.

UEFA dismisses Turkey appeal

Do not get surprised if you see a Turkish striker wearing goal keeper gloves in the next match! Uefa dismissed Turkey's appeal to call up replacements for the injury and suspension ridden squad, a cruel blow to the Turkish hopes of reaching the final of Euro 2008.

Terim leaves out Basturk

Like the rest of the nations competing this Summer, Fatih Terim has today announced his 23 man squad for the tournament.

Sukur to miss Euro 2008

Turkey have announced a 26 man squad that their Euro 2008 squad will be made from, and there is a surprise omission from Fatih Terim, who left his former Galatasaray junior Hakan Sukur out of the squad.

Greece qualify for finals

Greece have qualified for Euro 2008 after beating arch-rivals Turkey 1-0 in Turkey. A goal from Giannis Amanatidis twelve minutes from time was enough to wrap up the three points for the Greeks.