Antalyaspor Targets Young Cameroonian Talent Amid Transfer Challenges
Antalyaspor is actively pursuing a strategic acquisition to enhance their squad for the forthcoming season, with a focus on signing Cameroonian rising star Wilfred Nathan Duala from Victoria United. This move comes as the club navigates a current transfer ban, aiming to reinstate their competitive edge.
To expedite the transfer process, Ferda Ramanlı, the academy director of Antalyaspor, has traveled to Cameroon for direct negotiations. The club views Duala as a key element in their plans, recognizing his immense potential to uplift the team’s performance.
Antalyaspor’s ambitions are bolstered by Duala’s recent involvement with the Cameroon national team at the Africa Cup of Nations, showcasing his skills on an international stage. However, the transfer hinges on the club successfully addressing the existing ban, which poses a significant hurdle.
Earlier this year, Duala was swept up in controversy involving a broad investigation into allegations of document forgery affecting numerous players. Fortunately for him, a rigorous inquiry cleared his name, allowing him to resume his football career. Nkwaïn Valentin, the president of Victoria United, vehemently defended Duala throughout the ordeal, insisting that the accusations were unsubstantiated and echoing the belief in his capability as a valuable player.
«This period tested us, but the truth emerged. Wilfred was not involved in any wrongdoing,» Valentin asserted, reaffirming his commitment to the player’s development and future prospects.
With the interest in Duala intensifying, eyes now turn to whether Antalyaspor can overcome the challenges of the transfer ban and secure a deal that could prove pivotal for their ambitions in the league.
