Nadir To Enter Final Season at United

Dundee United’s top goal scorer Nadir Çiftçi has rejected a contract extension offer to remain at Tannadice until May 2017. The Terrors’ striker scored 16 times last season. Now the 23-year-old Turkish front man, who has netted 33 goals in his 82 appearances, has decided that he’ll seek a new challenge when his current contract expires at the end of May 2016. Jackie McNamara said: “Nadir is a top performer for us and his worth to the team is much more than goals. He is a regular and this season alone played more than 85% game time which is evidence of the positive and professional attitude he has on and off the pitch. People forget he is a young player and we are pleased to be part of his development while getting the best of him on the pitch. “We respect his decision and his ambition as we know he’s attracted significant attention from other clubs. However I’m looking forward to welcoming him back for the new season so that he can be part of a side that will once again challenge at the top of the game.” Nadir Çiftçi said: “After extending my two-year contract in December 2013 with an extra year, I have decided that after three years at Dundee United I will be looking for a new challenge. I'm satisfied with my development so far and therefore I must thank the coaching staff who played a big part in that. I would also like to thank the fans and the Club, who have always been behind me.”