Rapid Vienna is fighting for Ercan Kara: Change possible for less than a million!

Rapid Vienna is fighting for Ercan Kara: Change possible for less than a million!

SK Rapid Wien is in intensive negotiations about the possible signing of Ercan Kara, who now has an uncertain future after his six-month loan at Samsunspor. Kara recently scored the goal to make it 3-0 against LASK and thus ensured SK Rapid's participation in the European Cup qualification. The 29-year-old, who has already scored 14 goals in 32 appearances this season, continues to be a central part of the Rapid offensive Laola1 reported.

However, negotiations over a permanent commitment from Kara are complex. Samsunspor are demanding a transfer fee of 1.5 million euros, while Rapid are aiming to reduce this sum to under 1 million euros. According to a Turkish media outlet, Haber Expres, talks are currently underway between the two clubs, but the outcome remains uncertain. Kara herself would like to stay in Europe and has already attracted interest from other clubs in the past.

Interest from Schalke

The situation is further complicated by the interest of FC Schalke 04, whose sporting director Rouven Schröder has announced that he will strengthen the attack. This has become particularly necessary due to the injuries to top scorers such as Simon Terodde and Marius Bülter. Schalke is considering Ercan Kara, among others, and has already had an initial exchange with the striker. The transfer fee for a possible winter transfer is currently estimated at around 500,000 euros Transfer market reported.

Kara was also in high demand last summer, particularly at Werder Bremen and Swansea City, where a last-minute move failed. It is now clear that his future is open, with Rapid considering both a contract extension and salary increases, but have so far remained hesitant about these considerations.

The situation at Rapid

Coach Ferdinand Feldhofer has made it clear that he wants the current squad to stay together as much as possible. He emphasizes that change does not always have to be negative. Despite the efforts, however, it remains uncertain whether Rapid will be able to retain Kara long-term. Given the expiring contract and increasing interest from other clubs, time could be of the essence.

The developments surrounding Ercan Kara will be closely monitored in the coming days, not only by those responsible at Rapid, but also by fans and experts who hope that the striker will play a key role in the European Cup qualification.

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