Source: Daily_Mail
Fenerbahce line up shock £5m New Year bid for Aston Villa striker Carew
John Carew could be set for a surprise January move to Fenerbahce with the Turkish giants lining up a £5million bid for the Aston Villa striker.[LNB]The Norway international has developed a glowing reputation in Turkey where he played for Besiktas in the 2004-05 season, and Fenerbache look set to tempt the giant striker back to the country with a big money offer.[LNB]Carew is a cult hero at Villa Park but his current contract has only 18 months to run. The forward is already 30 and may have his sights set on one last big pay day before hanging up his boots, according to The Mirror. [LNB] In form: John Carew scored against Hull from the penalty spot last weekend[LNB]Temptation: Carew has only 18 months left on his contract and a move could spark a big pay day[LNB]He is also not guaranteed a place in Martin O'Neill's starting line-up each week due to the presence of Emile Heskey in the squad, which could further tempt him to move.[LNB]Sources in Turkey claim Carew's camp are even discussing terms with Fenerbahce.[LNB]O'Neill will not want to lose Carew, who scored from the penalty spot against Hull last weekend, especially with the club looking to qualify for the Champions League next season.[LNB]But the Villa boss may be tempted to cash in due to the player's age and the prospect of losing Carew when his deal expires in 2011.[LNB]Club owner Randy Lerner is also keen to balance the books before further forays into the transfer market.[LNB]Fenerbahce are in the hunt for domestic glory and European qualification, and are known for having signed several top stars in recent years, including Nicolas Anelka and Roberto Carlos. [LNB] Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill backs 'phenomenal' James Milner for place in England's World Cup squadHull midfielder George Boateng insists Aston Villa can not afford another trophyless season How spot checks help Premier League keepers foil hot-shots like Lampard, Defoe and FabregasASTON VILLA FC
