Çelik rejects Galatasaray, continues Roma contract talks

Zeki Çelik has rejected an approach from Galatasaray and is continuing contract negotiations with Roma (1). The Turkish right-back, whose current deal is entering its final phase, has signalled his priority is to remain in the capital. With Roma needing to complete player sales by June 30 to satisfy UEFA's settlement agreement, Çelik's willingness to commit offers continuity in a position where squad depth has been a concern under Claudio Ranieri. Securing the 27-year-old on fresh terms would be a quiet but meaningful piece of business as the club builds on a third-place Serie A finish.