Semih Kilicsoy’s loan-to-buy deal at Cagliari makes a permanent €12m move likely; director Guido Angelozzi values him up to €40m. For bettors, expect an increased attacking threat from Cagliari — consider backing Kilicsoy as an anytime scorer or Cagliari to score over 1.5 goals in upcoming matches while his form continues.
Semih Kilicsoy: Cagliari’s €12m bargain with €40m upside
Cagliari have moved to secure Semih Kilicsoy after a loan from Besiktas that included a €1m fee and an option to buy for €12m, plus up to €2m in add-ons and a 10% sell-on clause. The club’s sporting director, Guido Angelozzi, is adamant the permanent switch is a no-brainer given the player’s rapid development.
How the deal came together
Kilicsoy arrived last summer as an under-the-radar talent and quickly attracted attention. Agent Federico Pastorello put him on Cagliari’s radar, prompting scouting trips to Turkey and positive feedback from contacts in the game. Cagliari pursued the loan with the clear intention of activating the buy option when appropriate.
Deal structure and valuation
Negotiations kept the original terms intact after Besiktas declined changes, meaning Cagliari will likely exercise the €12m option. Angelozzi has publicly suggested the youngster could be worth as much as €40m if his progress continues, underlining the club’s belief in his long-term potential and resale value.
On-field form and national interest
Kilicsoy has delivered tangible returns on the pitch, including a goal in the January victory over Hellas Verona. Turkiye coach Vincenzo Montella has also shown interest, visiting players in Serie A and labelling Kilicsoy “very interesting.” Angelozzi summed up the mood: “He is a great talent…If he keeps going like this, he can be worth €40m.” He added: “How can we not? We’d be crazy not to buy him.”
Betting implications
Kilicsoy’s emergence increases Cagliari’s attacking threat and should influence short-term betting markets.
Punters might consider Kilicsoy for anytime-scorer markets, shots or goal-involvement prop bets, and Cagliari over/under team goal markets (e.g., over 1.5 goals).
Longer term, markets for transfers and player valuations could shift if he maintains form, potentially creating speculative opportunities on future moves.
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