Galatasaray Nearing Deal for Jhon Arias: Intense Negotiations Yield Results

Galatasaray is closing in on the signing of Colombian winger Jhon Arias after weeks of negotiations with Brazilian club Fluminense. The Turkish giants have made significant progress in reducing the initial asking price for the 27-year-old.

Intense Negotiations

According to Sözcü Gazetesi, Fluminense entered the talks demanding €18 million for Arias. However, Galatasaray managed to negotiate this figure down by 33%, bringing the fee to €12 million.

Arias’ desire to wear the Galatasaray jersey has also played a pivotal role in the progress of the transfer, further strengthening the club’s bargaining position.

Arias’ Impressive Record

The Colombian international has been a key player for Fluminense, featuring in 190 matches and contributing 42 goals and 42 assists. His consistent performance has made him one of the standout players in Brazil’s top league.

Galatasaray’s January Objectives

With the winter transfer window approaching, Galatasaray is focused on reinforcing its squad to maintain its competitive edge in both domestic and European competitions. Jhon Arias appears to be a top priority for the Turkish champions as they look to finalize the deal soon.