"there was much speculation in the summer 2009 transfer window regarding his transfer from bursaspor. istanbul giants fenerbahçe were thought to be most likely to sign him, although there were stories saying that , manchester city, wigan athletic were also interested in him. throughout the summer speculation continued with manchester united, and they were said to be preparing a £3.5m bid for the stiker. however, no move occurred and in early august he started the season playing for bursaspor."
