05.02.2026 11:59
Fenerbahçe's new signing N'Golo Kante was met with intense interest from the yellow and navy fans upon his arrival in Istanbul. Kante, who was welcomed by thousands of fans at the airport, caused a brief panic when a canopy that the fans were standing on broke. However, it was reported that there were no serious injuries. Fenerbahçe signed a 2.5-year contract with Kante.
Fenerbahçe's new signing N'Golo Kante was greeted with intense interest from the yellow-blue fans upon his arrival in Istanbul; during the enthusiastic welcome at the airport, the breaking of a gazebo caused a brief panic.
THOUSANDS OF FANS GREETED
Fenerbahçe signed a 2.5-year contract with French star N'Golo Kante, who was brought in from the Saudi Arabian team Al Ittihad. The experienced midfielder arrived in Istanbul on Wednesday evening around 21:30 to complete the transfer procedures. While club officials were present at the airport, thousands of Fenerbahçe fans flocked to the area to welcome Kante.
GAZEBO BROKE, BRIEF PANIC ENSUED
During the welcome, which took place with flares and chants, the gazebo that some fans climbed to get a closer look at Kante broke. Following the incident, there was a brief panic in the surrounding area, but it was learned that there were no serious injuries. Security forces intervened to control the crowd.