Trabzonspor have parted ways with English midfielder John David Lundstram. The Süper Lig club announced on Tuesday that they mutually agreed to terminate the professional contract with the player.
Club President Hakan Kurt stated, "The professional football contract between our club and our professional footballer John David Lundstram has been mutually terminated." This development was first reported by Sabah Spor. Lundstram spent the entire 2025-2026 season on loan at English Championship side Hull City.
Trabzonspor currently sit in 11th place in the Süper Lig. They have collected 4 points from one win, one draw, and one loss in their first three matches. They trail league leaders Galatasaray by 3 points. You can follow the updated league table on our standings page. The team has scored and conceded four goals each, resulting in a zero goal difference.
How was Lundstram's spell at Trabzonspor?
John Lundstram joined Trabzonspor in the summer transfer window of 2024. The experienced midfielder, who previously played for Sheffield United and Rangers in the UK, struggled to secure a consistent starting spot at the Black Sea club. After a brief adaptation period, he was loaned to Hull City at the start of the 2025-2026 season. This mutual separation marks the player's official departure from the club. The team's current squad roster has been updated with this change.
How does this decision affect Trabzonspor's midfield?
Lundstram's departure means the manager has fewer options in central midfield. However, it could also open the door for more opportunities for young players or new signings. The team has shown an LWD (Loss, Win, Draw) form in the early weeks of the season. Midfield rotation and playmaking will be a key area to watch in the coming weeks. The team's performance statistics in the league can be reviewed on our stats page.
What's next for Trabzonspor?
The club's immediate priority is to improve its league position. The team, currently in 11th place, is fighting to close the 3-point gap to the top. The next fixture is at home against Kocaelispor, who are 6th in the table, on December 20, 2026. Tracking the team's preparations and fixtures schedule ahead of this important match becomes crucial. At this early stage of the season, there is little room for dropping points.
John Lundstram's exit from Trabzonspor presents a fresh start for both parties. The club aims to climb the table by focusing on the upcoming match against Kocaelispor on December 20th.
