Hull City winger David Akintola could still leave with the Turkish transfer market open until Friday, according to BBC Humberside Sport reporter Mike White on X.
Hull City could still cut ties with the striker this week if the right opportunity presents itself. HCAFC will no longer be able to do business with English teams after the end of the January transfer window at 7pm on Monday.
Akintola, 30, was picked up by the Tigers last summer and penned a two-year contract with the Championship This season runs until June 2027. He has made 21 appearances in all competitions for the East Yorkshire side this season, 20 of which came in the league, scoring one goal and two assists.
In this latest update on his future in England, journalist White has reported X that he could still walk out the exit door to Turkey in the coming days. However, as things stand now, there are ‘no enthusiasts’ for his signature.
Hull City return to action on Tuesday evening with a home match against Watford, looking for a fifth win in a row. Sergej Jakirovic’s team is in the play-offs, together with Ipswich Town, Millwall and Wrexham.
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Hull City landed Akintola to boost their attacking department. He gives HCAFC more competition and depth at the top end of the field.
However, it could be difficult for him to find playing time in the coming months. Due to his position, the Nigerian attacker faces competition from Liam Millar, Joe Gelhardt and Lewis Koumas, among others.
Cutting ties with Akintola would be a wise decision by the Tigers. It would help free up valuable funds in their ranks to balance the books.
Prior to his transfer to Hull City, he spent a year at Caykur Rizespor. He has also had spells at FC Midtjylland and Adana Demirspor in the past.
David Akintola’s Hull City stats this season
What next for Hull City and David Akintola?
Hull City still have the option to sack Akintola. Time will tell if there will be candidates for the HCAFC man.
In the meantime, the Tigers will hope to keep their momentum going against Watford. They then play Bristol City at home this weekend, before taking on Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea in the fourth round of the FA Cup next Friday evening.
Jakirovic’s men won 1-0 at Blackburn Rovers last time. Liverpool loanee Lewis Koumas scored a late winner at Ewood Park.
Hull City are in 3rd place in the table above Ipswich Town. They are just five points behind Coventry City and Middlesbrough with a game in hand for both.
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