Marseille confirm Greenwood talks with Fenerbahçe
Marseille have confirmed that Fenerbahçe are in direct talks over a move for Mason Greenwood (2). The 24-year-old forward is a prime target as the presidential candidates battle for control of the club's summer transfer strategy. One candidate is already pushing the deal forward personally (2).
Safi fires back at Yıldırım
Presidential candidate Hakan Safi did not hold back when asked about rival Aziz Yıldırım: "I don't want to listen to him anymore" (6). Safi made the comments during a wide-ranging TV appearance on Tuesday, where he also confirmed his choice of manager, foreign or Turkish, will be revealed after the Bayram holiday (4) (8).
Yıldırım warns on debt and UEFA limits
Aziz Yıldırım used his own media appearance to sound the alarm on the club's financial position, specifically pointing to Fenerbahçe's standing with UEFA's financial sustainability rules (11). The message is clear: the next president inherits a tight budget.
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Guirassy ready to say yes
Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy is open to joining Fenerbahçe and is waiting for a signal from the club (7). The Guinea international would be a statement signing. Much depends on which candidate wins the June 6–7 election, with both Sadettin Saran and Hakan Safi's team linked to the pursuit (7).
Como want İsmail Yüksek, price set
Serie A side Como have added Fenerbahçe midfielder İsmail Yüksek to their transfer shortlist (5). The club has already set an asking price for the Turkish international. No formal bid yet, but the interest is concrete.
Kolo Muani race heats up
Fenerbahçe have joined the chase for Randal Kolo Muani, alongside Juventus and several other European clubs (10). The forward is currently at Tottenham via PSG, and competition for his signature will be fierce.
Ex-Fenerbahçe striker En-Nesyri snubbed for World Cup
Former Fenerbahçe forward Youssef En-Nesyri has been left out of Morocco's squad for the 2026 World Cup (9). An unexpected omission for a player who was a key figure during his time in Istanbul.
