22.06.2026 13:40
In the transfer of Alexander Sörloth, who is on Fenerbahçe's agenda, a high cost barrier has emerged. After the salary demanded by the Norwegian player and the €40 million transfer fee requested by Atletico Madrid, it is claimed that President Aziz Yıldırım has taken a cautious approach to the transfer.
Continuing its search for a striker ahead of the new season, Fenerbahçe has once again brought the name Alexander Sörloth to the agenda. It was claimed that efforts for the Norwegian star, previously linked with the yellow-navy club, have regained momentum.
THE SALARY HE DEMANDED SURPRISED
However, it was stated that the figures emerging in the transfer talks caused question marks for Fenerbahçe. According to claims, while Sörloth demanded an annual 4 million euros from Juventus, he asked for 15 million euros from Fenerbahçe. This amount was reported to be deemed too high by the yellow-navy management.
ATLETICO MADRID DEMANDS 40 MILLION EUROS
It was also stated that the player's salary was not the only obstacle in the transfer. Atletico Madrid was claimed to be demanding a transfer fee of around 40 million euros for the experienced striker. This amount was also said to complicate Fenerbahçe's management plans.
AZİZ YILDIRIM'S CLEAR STANCE
Following the revealed cost breakdown, it was claimed that President Aziz Yıldırım stepped back from the transfer. Yıldırım was reported to have told his close circle, "We can never pay this money," indicating he was not favorable towards either the salary or the transfer fee figures.
ALTERNATIVES ON THE TABLE
With the Sörloth transfer reaching a dead end due to economic conditions, Fenerbahçe's management is said to be continuing its work on alternative striker candidates. The yellow-navy team is progressing with negotiations to finalize a forward transfer that will make a difference in the championship race for the new season.