OFFICIAL: Ylber Ramadani Presented by Çorum FK, Begins a New Chapter in Turkey
ÇORUM, TURKEY – Albania national team midfielder Ylber Ramadani has officially been unveiled as the newest signing of Çorum FK, beginning an exciting new chapter in the Turkish Süper Lig. After three successful seasons with U.S. Lecce in Italy's Serie A, the 30-year-old now embarks on a fresh challenge, aiming to continue establishing himself as one of Albania's most dependable midfielders on the international stage.
Ramadani's transfer was completed on July 5, 2026, with the deal reportedly worth around €1 million. Çorum FK views the Albanian international as a key addition to its midfield, bringing valuable experience from top European leagues along with his leadership and consistency for the Albania national team.
Three Successful Seasons in Serie A
Before moving to Turkey, Ramadani was one of the standout performers for U.S. Lecce, where he made 104 appearances and scored three goals during his three-year spell in Serie A.
His tireless performances and defensive reliability made him the engine of Lecce's midfield, playing a crucial role in helping the Italian club secure top-flight survival season after season.
A Leader for Albania
On the international stage, Ramadani has become one of the most important figures for the Albania national team, earning more than 50 caps. Operating as a defensive midfielder, he has provided balance, stability, and protection in front of the back line with his tactical intelligence, physical strength, and ball-winning ability.
He played a pivotal role in Albania's UEFA EURO 2024 campaign and continued to be a key contributor during the nation's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches, reinforcing his status as one of Albania's most influential players.
A Career Built Step by Step
Ramadani's journey has taken him through several European leagues, where he steadily developed into a high-level defensive midfielder.
Çorum FK (2026–Present) – Turkey U.S. Lecce (2023–2026) – Italy Aberdeen (2022–2023) – Scotland MTK Budapest (2021–2022) – Hungary Vejle Boldklub (2017–2021) – Denmark Partizani (2016–2017) – Albania Drita, Prishtina and Ferizaj – Early career in Kosovo Ready for the Next Challenge
Armed with valuable experience from Italy, Scotland, Hungary, and Denmark, Ylber Ramadani is expected to become one of the leaders of Çorum FK's midfield. The Turkish club will rely on his defensive qualities, tactical awareness, and international experience as it looks to build a competitive squad for the 2026–27 season.
For the Albanian international, this transfer marks another important milestone in an already impressive career. As he begins his new adventure in Turkey, Albanian football fans will continue to follow his journey with pride, confident that he will once again represent his country with distinction both at club level and on the international stage.