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Portuguese midfielder Rafa Silva, who plays for Turkish club "Besiktas", has rejoined the team for training after weeks. The crisis of the 31-year-old footballer, who stated that he wanted to quit football some time ago and then announced his intention to return to his country, has been resolved, albeit temporarily.
Idman.Biz reports that Rafa did not attend training sessions, citing injury, after a joint press conference by club president Serdal Adalı and head coach Sergen Yalçın. The footballer, who initially said he would end his career, changed his mind after a statement from his management company, but it turned out that he wanted to return to his country because he was not happy at "Besiktas".
Serdal Adalı took a tough stance for Rafa Silva, who is on "Benfica's" transfer list and also attracts the attention of Arab clubs, and warned, "Bring 15 million euros (approximately 27.6 million AZN) and go." The club did not accept the footballer's request to be released in exchange for his receivables, with 1.5 years remaining on his contract.
It seems difficult for the experienced "number 10" to wear a uniform in the game against "Gaziantep" this week. However, it is reported that he may be in the squad for the "Trabzonspor" derby, which will take place next week. Head coach Sergen Yalçın commented on the situation in his last statement: "If he wants, we are here. There is no problem. Our door is open".
