NADIR CIFTCI wants to make his loan move from Celtic to Eskisehirspor permanent and is determined to sneak into the Turkey squad for Euro 2016.
The former Dundee United striker was loaned out on transfer deadline day after a disappointing first six months at Celtic, where he netted just four goals following his £1.5m move from the relegated Tannadice club.
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But, after a difficult return to Turkey where he was hit with a three-game ban and a £6,000 fine from the Turkish FA for verbally abusing the ref after he was sent off in only his second game for Eskisehirspor, Ciftci has impressed.
He said: "I would prefer to stay with Eskisehirspor if they make an offer for me in the next transfer window. I've enjoyed my football here and I love the club.
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"We've been in danger of relegation all season, but we are all confident of avoiding it. One of the reasons I came to Turkey was to try and make the squad for Euro 2016."
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