Fenerbahce plans Greenwood at No. 10: Kartal to test him in the derby

Fenerbahce, who will face Galatasaray away in Trendyol Super Lig's 9th week, are continuing their preparations for the derby. The sale of Talisca and Asensio's surgery after his injury have created a new search for the No. 10 position at the yellow-navy club.

With Irfan Can Kahveci also failing to find consistency, Ismail Kartal has tried a different option in this area. Mason Greenwood, who played in this position against Slavia Prague, contributed to his team with a superb goal. The player was effective at times throughout the match, scoring one goal and providing two shot assists.

Kartal is reportedly planning to use Greenwood in the same area in the crucial Galatasaray match as well. It is stated that the head coach will give the English player more freedom on the pitch. He has been asked to make frequent runs into the penalty area and look for space, challenging the opposing centre-back in contests with the striker.

Greenwood is expected not to contribute much to defending in the tough contest and to stay as far forward as possible. This aims to allow him to quickly head toward the opposing goal on counterattacks after winning the ball. Fenerbahce's attacking plan for the derby is considered to hinge on this player as one of their most important assets.