Julio Enciso valued at €25m, Galatasaray link intensifies

Paraguayan footballer Julio César Enciso Espínola was born on 23 January 2004 in Caaguazú and rose through Club Libertad’s academy before moving to Europe. He currently plays for French Ligue 1 side Strasbourg, where he is under contract until 30 June 2029 and operates mainly as a number‑10 midfielder, though he can also feature on the wings or as a second striker.

In the most recent season he featured in 42 official matches, scoring 12 goals and providing nine to ten assists. Transfermarkt lists his market value at €25 million, with some analysts predicting a potential rise toward €50 million. His contract with Strasbourg reportedly yields a gross annual salary of roughly €2.18 million, equivalent to about €41 900 per week.

Galatasaray have entered the discussion, seeking to add Enciso’s speed and creativity to strengthen their attack for upcoming Champions League campaigns. Reports suggest the Turkish club is negotiating a loan‑with‑option‑to‑buy arrangement, which would make the Paraguayan a high‑profile signing if completed.