Election fever: Yıldırım promises two world-class strikers
Aziz Yıldırım has hit the campaign trail hard and he is making transfer promises that will grab your attention. The presidential candidate claims he has already initiated moves for two world-renowned strikers (5). No names yet, but the intent is clear — he is betting big on star power to win your vote.
Kim Min-jae return? Here is what it would cost
Yıldırım's transfer list also includes a familiar face. Former Fenerbahçe defender Kim Min-jae is reportedly on the radar, and the cost of bringing him back has now been revealed (6). The Bayern Munich centre-back would be a statement signing, but the numbers are significant.
Safi counters with Conte and a global star
Not to be outdone, rival candidate Hakan Safi is building his own heavyweight project. Safi's camp is working on bringing Antonio Conte as head coach, and the plan includes signing a world-class star to work under the Italian (8) (11). The election is turning into a transfer arms race.
Saran: We left everything for Fenerbahçe
Current president Sadettin Saran made an emotional appeal to members, declaring: "Hepimiz Fenerbahçe için ayrıldık" — we all left things behind for Fenerbahçe (4). His message is unity ahead of what is shaping up to be a fiercely contested election.
Yıldırım reveals his football brain trust plan
Yıldırım has also outlined his vision for the club's football operations: "Futbol aklımız, Fenerbahçe'yi bilen sporculardan oluşacak; onlarla birlikte çalışacağız" — the football decision-makers will be people who know Fenerbahçe, working alongside economic projects to drive success (10).
New front-of-shirt sponsor secured
Off the pitch, the club has finalized a shirt sponsorship deal with Acıbadem Sağlık Grubu (2). A welcome boost to the financial picture as the election season heats up.
Fenerbahçe arsaVev crowned champions
The women's team, Fenerbahçe arsaVev, have been crowned Turkcell Kadın Futbol Süper Ligi champions and received their trophy (3). A proud moment for the club — the first senior silverware of the season belongs to the women's side.