Yıldırım: 'If I wanted, strikers would arrive tomorrow'
Presidential candidate Aziz Yıldırım dropped the biggest line of the election campaign so far. Speaking on A Spor Saturday ahead of the extraordinary general assembly on June 6–7, he said: "İstesem santrforlar yarın gelir", if I wanted, strikers would arrive tomorrow (8). He also confirmed he has strikers lined up in principle (12). It's a bold power play with the vote just a week away.
Safi in France chasing Mason Greenwood
Rival candidate Hakan Safi isn't letting Yıldırım own the striker narrative. His camp has travelled to France to open talks with Marseille for Mason Greenwood, with the price tag reported at €50 million (7). Safi is also pushing for a goalkeeper, targeting Liverpool's Ederson as the long-term solution between the posts (5).
John Stones talks underway
This one cuts across both camps. Fenerbahçe have begun negotiations with Manchester City for John Stones, a move that would bring a genuine world-class name to the backline (4). Both Yıldırım and Safi are reportedly aware of the talks. No deal yet, but the ambition is clear.
Squad clearout taking shape
Mert Müldür looks set to leave, with the club ready to move him on (2). Jayden Oosterwolde is attracting offers from across Europe and a departure is being prepared (3). Devin Özek, already told he can go, now has multiple suitors circling (6). The defensive rebuild is real.
Leao opens the door
Rafael Leao has confirmed he will leave Milan this summer. Both Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray had been linked with him previously, and this announcement turns those rumours into something far more concrete (11). A player of that profile landing in Istanbul would shift the balance of power overnight.
Quick hits
Vedat Muriqi could be on his way back from Mallorca, the former Fenerbahçe striker is being linked with a return to the club (9). Meanwhile, Ajax are tracking youth talent Alaettin Ekici after a 28-goal season at academy level (10).
