Ghana defender Kojo Oppong Peprah has completed a transfer to Turkish Süper Lig side Fenerbahce from French club OGC Nice. The move, officially confirmed by Fenerbahce on Saturday, is reported by GhanaSoccernet to involve a fee of more than 10 million euros.
The 24-year-old centre-back was unveiled at his new club over the weekend. He expressed immediate enthusiasm for the challenge ahead in Istanbul. "I always love challenges in my life," Oppong Peprah said during his presentation. "For me, the most important thing is to constantly get better."
Why did Oppong Peprah choose Fenerbahce?
Kojo Oppong Peprah cited a desire for personal development as a primary reason for the switch. He specifically mentioned aiming to improve his long-range passing and his tactical reading of matches. The player also revealed that conversations with Ghana teammate Alexander Djiku, a former Fenerbahce defender, positively influenced his decision. "Hearing nice things from someone who played here had an impact on my transfer," he added. Oppong Peprah acknowledged the club's passionate fanbase, having experienced it firsthand when playing against Fenerbahce with Nice last season.
What does he bring to the Turkish league?
The defender arrives with a season of top-flight European experience. He made 39 appearances across all competitions for Nice after joining from IFK Norrkoping last summer. His physical profile and ball-playing ability are seen as assets. Oppong Peprah also brings recent World Cup experience, having represented Ghana at the 2026 tournament in matches against England and Croatia. This big-game exposure is valuable for a club with Fenerbahce's ambitions. You can see how he compares to other Black Stars defenders on our stats page.
How does this affect the Ghana national team?
This high-profile move is a positive development for the Black Stars. Having key players competing at major clubs is essential for national team performance. Oppong Peprah's regular football in a competitive league and potential European fixtures will keep him sharp for international duty. His partnership with other Ghanaian defenders in the squad will benefit from his continued development. Manager Otto Addo will be monitoring his integration closely ahead of upcoming qualifiers. The full roster is always available on our squad page.
| Player | Position | Previous Club | New Club | Reported Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kojo Oppong Peprah | Defender | OGC Nice | Fenerbahce | >€10m |
| Alexander Djiku | Defender | Fenerbahce | (Previous) | N/A |
| Stephen Appiah | Midfielder | (Legend) | N/A | N/A |
Table showing recent Ghanaian connections to Fenerbahce.
What are the expectations for his first season?
The immediate expectation is for Oppong Peprah to secure a starting role in Fenerbahce's defence. The reported investment suggests the club views him as a immediate contributor, not a prospect for the future. Adapting to the tactical demands of the Süper Lig will be his first test. The defender also expressed admiration for former Ghana captain and Fenerbahce legend Stephen Appiah, regretting he couldn't speak to him directly before the move. His World Cup experience will be counted on in high-pressure domestic and European matches. The club's fixture list, which fans can follow on our fixtures page, will provide a stern examination.
Kojo Oppong Peprah's transfer marks a significant step in his career. It places him at a club with intense pressure and a demand for trophies. His performance in Turkey will be closely watched by Ghanaian fans hoping for a strong core of defenders leading into the next World Cup cycle. The move continues a notable pipeline of Ghanaian talent to the Istanbul club.
