Maldini in Istanbul
Presidential candidate Hakan Safi has met with Paolo Maldini in Istanbul, and Italian media are now reporting Maldini could reunite with his former AC Milan colleague Stefano Pioli at Fenerbahçe if Safi wins the election. The pair ended Milan's long Scudetto drought together in 2022. Maldini would take on a sporting director role, with Pioli as head coach. (1) (3)
Aziz promises two strikers
Aziz Yıldırım went on live TV and made it blunt: "We will sign at least two strikers." He's campaigning hard on halting what he calls a 12-year decline. One name floating around is a French-based forward, though nothing is confirmed yet. (4) (6)
Kante could be moved on
If Yıldırım wins, N'Golo Kanté's time might be up. His salary package reportedly costs the club 88.6 million euros, and Yıldırım is prepared to part ways to free up serious transfer budget. Nothing decided yet, but the numbers make it a live possibility. (2)
Safi: two meetings today
Safi told reporters he held two transfer-related meetings today, fueling excitement among supporters. He also doubled down on his vision: "We will bring the world stars Fenerbahçe needs and integrate them into the club." He specifically referenced the new 10+4 foreign player rule as part of his plan. (7) (8)
Champions League path taking shape
Potential opponents for the Champions League second qualifying round have been announced. No names are confirmed yet, but the draw gives you a clearer picture of what stands between Fenerbahçe and the group stage. European football is non-negotiable next season. (5)
