Former Kosovo selector Albert Bunjaki has expressed high expectations for Vedat Muriqi’s upcoming season with Fenerbahçe, predicting that the striker could score a minimum of 20 goals during the 2026/27 campaign. Complementing this assessment, Fenerbahçe coach Ismail Kartal confirmed during a press conference that Muriqi is expected to feature in the squad for the Champions League match against Sturm Graz. Speaking to journalist Muhammet Duman for “Turkiye Gazetesi,” Bunjaki reflected on his early recognition of Muriqi’s potential.
He recalled observing the striker when he was playing in the second division of Turkish football and representing the Albania U21 team. Bunjaki noted that when he became the selector for Kosovo, one of the primary objectives was to identify and develop strikers who possessed a combination of physical strength, height, and technical skill. The comments highlight the sustained attention paid to Muriqi’s development and anticipated impact on his current club.
The coach’s confirmation regarding his participation in the Champions League fixture underscores his immediate importance to the team’s plans. Bunjaki’s optimistic forecast for the upcoming season suggests a belief in Muriqi’s continued peak performance at Fenerbahçe.
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