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Goztepe sign Demba Ba from Shanghai Shenhua

Goztepe have completed the signing of Demba from Shanghai Shenhua.

The former Newcastle United and Chelsea talisman returned to Turkey for his third spell in the top-flight.

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— Göztepe Spor Kulübü (@Goztepe) January 31, 2018

The 32-year-old’s addition is expected to boost ‎Tamer Tuna’s team in front of goals as they are currently placed seventh in the Turkish Super Lig table with 31 points from 19 matches – five points adrift a UEFA Europa League spot.

"Finally, the Chinese team signed a deal with Senegalese player Demba Ba, who is wearing the Shanghai Shenhua form, until the end of the season," read a statement on club website.