Efes’ interest in Cedi Osman was confirmed by the team’s new general manager, Alper Yılmaz. In fact, he emphasized that he had approached Panathinaikos regarding the Turkish star, but the “Greens” showed no willingness to let him go. In any case, Efes isn’t giving up on the deal…
“What Turkish team wouldn’t want Cedi Osman? Even in the EuroLeague, what team wouldn’t want him? He really had an outstanding season. His performance with the national team was also very good. Cedi was my teammate when I first joined the first team. I love his brother and his family—they’re wonderful people. I really want him to be happy and make the right decision. Cedi has a valid contract with Panathinaikos. I spoke with Panathinaikos, and they told me they don’t want to let him go. But circumstances may or may not change—no one knows at this point. They could change in an hour, or maybe in a month. We’re keeping an eye on Cedi’s situation. If circumstances allow and we’re able to sign him, of course we’ll be very happy. He would be a tremendous addition both to the EuroLeague and to the Turkish league.”
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