01.06.2026 12:40
It has been claimed that one of the two domestic and national players mentioned by Fenerbahçe presidential candidate Hakan Safi is Salih Özcan. It was alleged that Safi reached an agreement with the national footballer leaving Borussia Dortmund, while continuing negotiations for Merih Demiral, who came through Fenerbahçe's youth system.
Fenerbahçe presidential candidate Hakan Safi's previously announced "two local and national players" statements are starting to clarify. It was claimed that Safi reached an agreement with Salih Özcan and is continuing negotiations for Merih Demiral.
EMPHASIS ON "THE MOST AMBITIOUS SQUAD IN HISTORY"
Hakan Safi, who draws attention with his ambitious statements in the presidential race, previously announced that they had agreed with two local and national footballers. Safi stated, "We have agreed with two local-national players. We will announce them too. I will bring two world stars, maybe even three." Following this statement, attention turned to the names in question.
AGREEMENT REACHED WITH SALİH ÖZCAN
According to claims, one of the names Hakan Safi reached an agreement with was Salih Özcan, who plays for Borussia Dortmund. It was reported that the national midfielder, expected to leave the German team, holds an important place in Safi's transfer plans. The 27-year-old footballer, who also plays for the Turkish National Team, is considered to add significant strength to the midfield.
CONTACTS CONTINUE FOR MERİH DEMİRAL
Another national star on Safi's agenda is Merih Demiral. It was claimed that negotiations continue for the national defender, who grew up in the Fenerbahçe academy and continues his career with Saudi Arabian team Al Ahli. It was stated that the yellow-navy blue management candidate is maintaining contact with the Merih side.
POSSIBILITY OF RETURNING TO FENERBAHÇE
Merih Demiral, who previously stated his desire to return to Fenerbahçe, excites fans with the possibility of returning to the yellow-navy blue club. It is reported that the national footballer, who has a contract with Al Ahli until 2029, earns approximately 13 million euros annually.
TRANSFER OFFENSIVE BEFORE ELECTIONS
It is stated that Hakan Safi, who draws attention with his transfer promises before the presidential elections, continues his work on both local stars and world-renowned names. New developments in transfer files are expected in the coming days.