Trabzonspor secures Sidny Lopes Cabral and appoints Thomas Reis

Trabzonspor has made significant moves regarding its squad and coaching staff. The club secured the transfer of 23-year-old Sidny Lopes Cabral from Benfica for 7 million Euros plus bonuses. Cabral, a Dutch-born player representing Cape Verde, has seen a rapid career ascent, moving from the German third division to playing in the World Cup and joining a major club like Benfica before his move to the Turkish Süper Lig.

Additionally, the club has appointed German manager Thomas Reis. Reports indicate that Reis demonstrated high commitment to the role, with Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan noting that the manager offered to cover his own 1 million Euro compensation fee from his previous contract with Ludogorets to secure the position. While official disclosures suggest a different arrangement regarding salary deductions, the appointment marks a significant investment in the team's technical leadership.