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Murillo Scores in Beşiktaş Rout as Celebration Is Read as Reply to De Zerbi

The Panama international left Marseille following Roberto De Zerbi’s “hunger” jibe, quickly impressing in Turkey.

Overview

  • Beşiktaş confirmed on February 6 a permanent deal for Amir Murillo on a two-and-a-half-year contract with a one-year option.
  • Murillo has made three appearances and netted his first goal in Sunday’s 4-0 win over Göztepe, drawing strong reviews from Turkish outlets.
  • After scoring, he mimed eating in a celebration La Provence interpreted as a nod to De Zerbi’s ‘hunger’ critique, a week after a clothesline on ex-teammate Amine Harit that earned a booking.
  • Murillo thanked Marseille supporters in a farewell message and spoke of pride and ambition upon joining Beşiktaş.
  • Reports differ on the fee, with La Provence citing about €5 million and Foot Mercato reporting €6 million including bonuses.