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Official: Roma sign 22 year-old Turkish defender Mert Cetin

John Solano
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Roma officially announced the signing of 22 year-old central defender Mert Cetin from Turkish side Genclerbirligi. The player represents the sixth reinforcement for Gianluca Petrachi this summer. Paulo Fonseca is expected to give Cetin a look for the next week before deciding whether to keep him at the club or send him on loan. Here is the full announcement from Roma on the youngster’s acquistion:

AS Roma are delighted to announce the signing of Turkish defender Yildrim Mert Cetin on a permanent transfer. Mert Cetin, 22, joins the club from Turkish side Genclerbirligi for a fee of €3 million. As part of the agreement, Genclerbirligi also retain a right to 10% of any future transfer fee – in the event the player is sold for a sum exceeding €5 million. The player has signed a five-year contract with the club that runs until 30 June 2024. He will wear the No. 15 shirt.

“I know the size of the club I am going to be representing,” Mert Cetin said. “I’m very happy to be here, it’s a feeling I can’t really describe in words. I am confident I will be able to live up to the hopes of the club and the fans.”

The centre-back made 25 appearances for his club last season, scoring one goal.

“We are pleased to be able to bring Mert Cetin to Rome, a young player but one with significant potential,” said club sporting director Gianluca Petrachi. “I hope that he can quickly demonstrate the talent that we all believe he has.”

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