17.10.2025 14:45
The mid-season transfer operation announced by Fenerbahçe President Sadettin Saran with the words "We have started working" is becoming clearer. The yellow-navy team is in contact with six stars for the defense, midfield, and forward positions.
After being elected president, Sadettin Saran held his first press conference, drawing attention to the difficulties of finding quality players during the mid-season transfer period and announcing that work has begun.
Head coach Domenico Tedesco requested reinforcements for three positions in the report he presented to the management: center-back, midfielder, and forward. Football director Devin Özek and his team have created a transfer list accordingly.
FIRST TARGET IN MIDFIELD: LEON GORETZKA
Leon Goretzka is seen as an "absolute must" for Fenerbahçe's midfield transfer. The German newspaper Bild reported that Fenerbahçe has made contact regarding the 28-year-old star who plays for Bayern Munich. It is stated that an extension of Goretzka's contract, which will expire at the end of the season, is not expected, but Bayern's limited rotation makes it unlikely that the player will be released in January.
MILINKOVIC-SAVIC WANTS TO RETURN TO EUROPE
Another strong candidate for midfield is Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. The Serbian player, who transferred to Al Hilal in 2023, wants to return to Europe. It is reported that the 30-year-old star intends to leave in January, particularly attracting the interest of Italian clubs. Fenerbahçe management is closely monitoring Milinkovic-Savic's return plans.
IS MERIH DEMİRAL RETURNING?
The primary target in the defense line is Merih Demiral, who was developed in the youth academy. The national player, who plays for Al-Ahli, has a contract that expires at the end of the season. Despite his club's desire to extend the contract, it is claimed that Merih is open to returning to Fenerbahçe and will start separation talks shortly.
KIM MIN-JAE UNDER OBSERVATION
Fenerbahçe has also set its sights on former center-back Kim Min-Jae. If the South Korean defender, who is struggling to find playing time at Bayern Munich, leaves during the winter transfer window, Fenerbahçe management is determined to seize this opportunity.
TWO CANDIDATES FOR THE ATTACK LINE: DEPAY AND WAHI
Discussions for the forward line are progressing through Memphis Depay. Fenerbahçe is pushing all conditions for the transfer of the Dutch star, and it is reported that negotiations are progressing positively. Additionally, it has been suggested that Tedesco has given a "possible" report for Elye Wahi, who was recommended by agents.
COUNTDOWN FOR A MAJOR OPERATION
Fenerbahçe management is continuing talks with a total of six stars for three positions during the mid-season transfer period. The goal of Sadettin Saran and Domenico Tedesco is to strengthen their hand in the championship race and to build a competitive squad for European competitions.