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Kenneth Omeruo set for loan move to Alanyaspor as Chelsea defender says his 'desire is to prove myself'

Newly-promoted Turkish side Alanyaspor believe they have pipped champions Besiktas to the loan signing of Chelsea's Kenneth Omeruo after he underwent a medical at the club.

The Nigerian centre back, 22, signed a new contract with the Blues on Tuesday before heading to Istanbul to sort out his short-term future.

Besiktas wanted Omeruo as a solution to their defensive crisis but have found themselves pipped by the Alanya-based Turkish Super Lig new boys.

Kenneth Omeruo (centre) has moved on loan to Turkish side Alanyaspor from Chelsea
Kenneth Omeruo (centre) has moved on loan to Turkish side Alanyaspor from Chelsea

The defender had labelled his move to Turkey as a chance for him to prove himself away from Stamford Bridge.