Naby Keïta Transfer from SV Werder Bremen to Ferencváros
Naby Keita, who is currently playing as a midfielder for Werder Bremen, has signed a loan agreement with Ferencvaros that will last until the end of the season. He has already participated in the official photoshoot wearing the new club's jersey. The transfer is set to become effective on January 15, coinciding with the opening of the transfer window in Hungary. Keita had previously transferred from Liverpool to Werder Bremen as a free agent in the summer of 2023. Although he had the chance to 'start anew' at Bremen, his market value significantly decreased from 12 million euros to 1 million euro, and he has not played a single match this season for the German club.
Naby Keïta has been loaned to Ferencváros, with the Hungarian club, coached by Pascal Jansen, securing an option to purchase him. Back in 2018, Liverpool spent sixty million euros to bring Keïta over from RB Leipzig. During his time with the English club, the midfielder made 84 appearances, contributing to their Premier League victory in 2020 and their Champions League triumph in 2019. However, following his transfer to Werder Bremen, Keïta's career did not flourish as expected, with the player featuring in only five games over nearly eighteen months. Werder Bremen has opted to loan Keïta to Ferencváros for a year, a move anticipated to enhance the quality of Jansen's team.
Naby Keita is set to depart Werder Bremen in January. The Guinean player, who played a crucial role for Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp from 2018 to 2023 and secured a Champions League victory, found it challenging to replicate his performance in Germany. In April, after participating in only five matches, he reportedly had a confrontation with the club and refused to take to the field during the match against Bayer Leverkusen, which resulted in his exclusion from the team and a fine. Although his contract runs until 2026, a resolution was pursued to accommodate all parties: the official announcement has been made regarding his loan to Ferencvaros for the duration of a calendar year. The Hungarian club will have the option to make the transfer permanent at the conclusion of 2025.
Naby Keita is in advanced negotiations with Hungarian club Ferencvaros over an initial one-year loan move. The transfer is expected to be finalized within the next 2-3 days, although final details and a medical examination are still pending. This move comes after a failed transfer attempt to Turkey and his suspension from Werder Bremen following a disciplinary issue.
Naby Keïta is set to join Hungarian club Ferencváros, as reported by Sky Sport Germany. Keïta, who was sidelined by Werder Bremen for disciplinary reasons, has been maintaining his fitness with the club's U23 team. Former Liverpool midfielder is expected to arrive at Ferencváros under coach Pascal Jansen within days, pending a medical. The club plans to loan him from January for a year, with a potential permanent move. Keïta's contract with Werder Bremen lasts until mid-2026.
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