Saudi club Al-Hilal and Turkish club Galatasaray have entered a fierce race to sign Hakan Çalhanoğlu, the Inter Milan midfielder, during the upcoming transfer window to enhance their technical options.

Turkish journalist Sami Yenhaber confirmed that negotiations between Galatasaray and Hakan Çalhanoğlu are still open, indicating that the Turkish team has not yet closed the transfer file.

Meanwhile, the Spanish network "Mundo Deportivo" reported that Al-Hilal's management has already started its communications with Çalhanoğlu, in response to the desire of Italian coach Simone Inzaghi, who is looking to strengthen the midfield.

The network indicated that the addition of the Turkish star would enhance Al-Hilal's strength in offensive and organizational aspects, providing the team with a significant boost towards delivering better performances in the upcoming competitions.

Çalhanoğlu is considered a preferred player for Inzaghi, due to his proficiency in various tactical roles, making him a valuable addition for any team seeking flexible solutions in the midfield.