Acun Ilıcalı, the proprietor of EFL Championship facet Hull City Football Club, just lately shared his ambitions for the membership, emphasizing their final purpose of reaching the English Premier League.
Ilıcalı believes that if Hull City can safe a spot within the Premier League, it is going to turn out to be a dream vacation spot for Turkish gamers.
As preparations for the upcoming season are underway in Türkiye, Ilıcalı spoke to Anadolu Agency (AA), expressing the membership’s aspirations.
He acknowledged that their major goal is to rise to the Premier League by delivering a formidable efficiency within the 2023-2024 season.
To kick-start their journey, the crew will embark on a coaching camp in Türkiye.
Ilıcalı acknowledged the extremely aggressive nature of the championship, recognizing the formidable challenges that lie forward.
“The championship is an incredibly demanding league. Looking at the teams this year, there is a group that resembles the Premier League. However, we are confident in our abilities. We are constantly evolving and can make a push in the playoffs,” he mentioned.
Highlighting the Premier League as the final word dream for a lot of Turkish soccer gamers, Ilıcalı emphasised that being a Turkish proprietor strengthens their place in the case of transfers.
“Having a Premier League dream gives us a significant advantage. It serves as a strong incentive for players in Türkiye to consider us. We act as a bridge for them. But once we make it to the Premier League, our appeal will be irresistible to all Turkish players. At this stage, we can confidently say that we are a gateway to the Premier League. This creates tremendous excitement among every football player we engage with in Türkiye. It’s a massive advantage,” he added.
Notably, Hull City will have a good time its a hundred and twentieth anniversary within the upcoming season, boasting a wealthy historical past as a well-established membership.
“In the past 10 years, the team has spent three seasons in the Premier League. The Premier League is deeply ingrained in the DNA of Hull City. It has emerged as one of the standout teams in recent times. The club might not have a long-standing presence in the top flight, but if you ask anyone in England, they know Hull City. Founded in 1904, the same period as other renowned clubs. Our roots run deep,” Ilıcalı mentioned.
Ilıcalı drew consideration to Leicester City’s outstanding success, having clinched the English Premier League title in 2016 regardless of being relegated in subsequent seasons. He emphasised that relegation is a typical prevalence in England as a result of fierce competitors amongst highly effective groups.
He cited Leicester City for example of triumph, explaining, “Leicester City’s owner tragically passed away in a helicopter crash, which coincided with their relegation. The owner’s demise essentially marked the end of that incredible story. Otherwise, the team wouldn’t have faced relegation.”
Regarding Hull City’s progress, Ilıcalı highlighted the membership’s rising stature in England.
The current mortgage switch of Liam Delap from Manchester City exemplifies the belief positioned in them.
“We are gradually making strides. We were like infants before, but now we have matured. We are entering adolescence in English football. Our credibility is increasing, and people believe in us, entrusting players to our club. Manchester City required trust to lend us a player, and they know us. They are familiar with our coach, our team’s football style, which aligns with Guardiola’s philosophy. We have reached a certain point, but I wouldn’t say we are at the pinnacle yet. We are hitting milestones and climbing the ladder,” he mentioned.
Ilıcalı, who additionally acquired Shelbourne, an Irish Premier League crew, with intentions of competing in European competitions, was requested about the potential of Fenerbahçe (a Turkish membership) and Shelbourne going through one another in future seasons.
He responded, “I haven’t really thought about it. But who knows? If such a scenario unfolds, we’ll tackle it as it comes.”
When questioned about followers’ tendency to prioritize big-name gamers over supporting their native groups, regardless of Hull City’s common attendance of 21,000 followers, Ilıcalı defined: “Everyone finds joy in supporting their team, regardless of its size or accomplishments. Take our national team, for instance. They haven’t won the World Cup, yet we fill stadiums to cheer them on. People experience the same passion for their clubs as they do for the national team.”
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