Black Stars defender Alexander Djiku has met legendary Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho upon his return to Turkey to start pre-season training with Fenerbahce.

The Ghana international cut short his vacation in Mauritius to join his club as preparations for the 2024/25 season begin in earnest.

Djiku will now work under the former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager, who was appointed as the coach of the Yellow and Navy Blues this summer.

Mourinho has been tasked with leading the club back to success, including winning the Super Lig, which they narrowly missed last season by just three points.

Djiku, 29, joined the Turkish giants last summer and was a key player in their squad last season.

Meanwhile, Fenerbahce has scheduled friendlies against Petrolul Ploiesti, Admira, and Hadjuk Split as part of their preparations for their first competitive game next month.

Fenerbahce will face Swiss giants Lugano in the UEFA Champions League qualifier on July 30.

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