One win separates Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray in Europe
Over the last four seasons, Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray have been neck and neck in European competition, separated by a single victory (6). With Fenerbahçe in the Champions League third qualifying round, this is where that margin matters. Every win on the continent counts double, bragging rights and coefficient points.
Lukaku offered to Fenerbahçe as striker search heats up
Romelu Lukaku has been proposed to Fenerbahçe by agents. The Belgian is expected to leave Napoli and your club has now turned its attention toward him in the search for a centre-forward (4) (9). Fenerbahçe had also been linked with Vangelis Pavlidis, but Benfica coach Marco Silva made a formal statement on the Greek striker, suggesting that door is not straightforward (1) (8).
Endrick loan talks advance, then hit a snag
Fenerbahçe used the Cihan Kamer move to Real Madrid as a bridge to open talks for Endrick, with loan terms reportedly agreed between the clubs (2). But a new development has since thrown the deal into doubt, described as a shock setback (5). The Brazilian forward's camp may have other plans.
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Fred wanted by Atletico Mineiro
Atletico Mineiro director Paulo Bracks has confirmed the Brazilian club dreams of signing Fred from Fenerbahçe. Bracks said the technical staff is satisfied with the current squad but did not rule out a move: "There is no list of reinforcements, no requests. We do collective work" (11) (3). Fred's future remains unresolved.
Fenerbahçe targets Igor Paixao after Greenwood deal
After securing Mason Greenwood, Fenerbahçe have set their sights on his former Marseille teammate Igor Paixao (7) (10). The Brazilian winger would add further depth to an attack being reshaped ahead of the Süper Lig opener.
Beşiktaş joins race for Jeff Chabot
Defender Jeff Chabot, who was on Fenerbahçe's shortlist, is now being pursued by Beşiktaş (12). The Stuttgart centre-back was a target your club had identified, but the cross-town rival has made their move.
Diomande: the one that got away
Yan Diomande trialed at Fenerbahçe during the 2024–2025 season and was sent away. He has now joined Real Madrid for €125 million (13).
