02.11.2026 16:51
It has emerged that Fenerbahçe is experiencing a disagreement over the contract duration with Sergio Conceição, with whom it continues negotiations for the head coaching position. While the yellow-and-navy side offered a 1.5-year contract, the Portuguese coach requested a 2.5-year contract. Meanwhile, it has been learned that former Fenerbahçe head coach Jorge Jesus also gave a positive reference for his compatriot.
As Fenerbahçe continues its search for a new head coach, new details have emerged from the talks with Sergio Conceição. The yellow-navy management reached an agreement on the Portuguese coach and began negotiations. However, it has been learned that the parties have not yet reached an agreement on the contract duration. The Fenerbahçe management is continuing its contacts to convince the experienced coach.
FENERBAHÇE OFFERED 1.5 YEARS, CONCEIÇÃO REQUESTED 2.5 YEARS
The yellow-navy club offered Sergio Conceição a 1.5-year contract. The Portuguese coach, however, requested a 2.5-year contract from Fenerbahçe. While negotiations between the parties continue, it was stated that the management is continuing its efforts to resolve the disagreement over the contract duration.
JORGE JESUS'S REMARKABLE COMMENTS
It has been learned that the Fenerbahçe management also consulted Jorge Jesus, who previously coached the yellow-navy team, for his opinion on Sergio Conceição. It was reported that the experienced coach gave a positive reference about his compatriot and used the words, "I see my youth in him."
HE WON 11 TROPHIES AT PORTO
Conceição, who began his coaching career at Olhanense in 2012, took charge of Porto in 2017 after Académica de Coimbra, Braga, Vitória de Guimarães and Nantes. In the 7 seasons he spent at the Portuguese club, he won 3 league titles, 4 Portuguese Cups, 3 Portuguese Super Cups and 1 Portuguese League Cup. With his 11 trophies at Porto, he entered the ranks of the club's prominent head coaches.
HE ALSO LIFTED A TROPHY AT MILAN
Conceição, who took charge of Milan in December 2024, won the Super Cup with the Italian team. However, after the expected results could not be obtained in the league, he left his position in May 2025. Most recently, the Portuguese coach, who worked at Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad, also parted ways with this club in June 2026. Conceição has won a total of 12 trophies in his coaching career.