Lens Explores Ugurcan Cakir as Potential Successor to Departing Brice Samba

RC Lens finds itself in a challenging position as they prepare for the likely departure of their goalkeeper Brice Samba to Stade Rennais in the upcoming transfer window. The club is now actively seeking a suitable replacement to fill the void left by the French international.

Despite bringing in Hervé Koffi during the summer transfer window as a potential successor to Samba, Lens is still considering other options. Among the candidates on their shortlist is Ugurcan Cakir, the 28-year-old goalkeeper currently playing for Trabzonspor in Turkey.

Cakir, who also serves as the backup goalkeeper for the Turkish national team, has caught the attention of Lens scouts. As the captain of Trabzonspor, Cakir brings leadership qualities along with his goalkeeping skills. His current market value is estimated at €8 million, according to transfer market websites.

While Lens had hoped to retain Samba, financial constraints have made his transfer to Rennes increasingly likely. The club now faces the challenge of finding a worthy successor to maintain their defensive strength in the upcoming season.

As the January transfer window approaches, Lens will continue to evaluate their options, with Cakir emerging as a promising candidate to take over between the posts at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis.