After a good start to the 1999/00 season he hoped to be called up by England but when that failed to materialise he opted for the land of his father.

Has yet to make his debut for Turkey. If called upon Turkish fans can expect a good mix of strength, stamina and skill to be added to their midfield.

After adding an eye for goal to his list of charateristics, chipping in with nine in all this season for the Foxes, he could be one of the surprise stars at Euro 2000 now that he finds himself on the international stage.