01.09.2026 14:20
In the match where Fenerbahçe eliminated Lyon in the Champions League playoffs, the new address of Malick Fofana, who found the back of the net for the yellow-navy team with a flying volley, has been determined. The 21-year-old Belgian footballer, who was once also on Fenerbahçe's transfer agenda, is transferring to Sunderland for 30 million euros plus bonuses.
The new team of Malick Fofana, who came onto Fenerbahce's agenda during the transfer window, has been revealed. The 21-year-old footballer, who wears the Lyon jersey, is preparing to continue his career in the English Premier League. It was stated that Sunderland has reached an agreement with both Lyon and Fofana, and the transfer is expected to be officially announced today.
HE SCORED A FLYING GOAL AGAINST FENERBAHCE
Malick Fofana had recently drawn attention by scoring a goal against the yellow-navy team in the Champions League play-off second leg match played between Fenerbahce and Lyon. Fofana, who took the stage in the 61st minute of the match where Fenerbahce was leading 2-0, lifted the ball into the net with a flying kick to a ball sent into the penalty area, bringing the score to 2-1.
Although Fofana's goal gave Lyon hope again, Fenerbahce maintained their advantage, won the match 2-1 and the tie 3-2 on aggregate, and advanced to the Champions League.
HE WAS ALSO ON FENERBAHCE'S AGENDA
After Lyon's elimination from the Champions League, Fofana's future became a matter of curiosity. The young winger's name was also mentioned with Fenerbahce, and it was stated that he was on the yellow-navy team's transfer list. However, Premier League side Sunderland achieved a happy ending in the transfer.
AGREEMENT WITH SUNDERLAND COMPLETE
It was stated that Sunderland has reached an agreement with Lyon regarding the transfer of Malick Fofana. It was also reported that the English club has shaken hands with the Belgian footballer, and the transfer will be made official shortly.
30 MILLION EURO + BONUSES
Sunderland will pay Lyon 30 million euros as a transfer fee plus bonuses for the 21-year-old footballer. It was stated that Malick Fofana will sign a 5+1 year contract with his new team, thus ending his Lyon career and heading to the Premier League.