04.06.2026 09:41
Fenerbahçe's former star Jhon Duran made a striking move. While it was claimed that the Colombian footballer communicated his desire to play for Galatasaray to the yellow-red management through his agent, his intention to transfer to the archrival drew the reaction of Fenerbahçe fans.
A surprising offer has come to Galatasaray, who continue their transfer efforts before the new season. It was claimed that Jhon Duran, who parted ways with Fenerbahçe in a controversial manner and later couldn't find what he was looking for at Zenit, wants to wear the yellow-red jersey.
HE SENT A MESSAGE TO GALATASARAY
According to claims, the 22-year-old Colombian footballer contacted Galatasaray management through his agent. It was alleged that Duran conveyed that he is open to playing for the yellow-red team and is now waiting for a response.
OKAN BURUK UNDECIDED
It was stated that Galatasaray Sporting Inc. Vice President Abdullah Kavukcu conveyed the information about the player to Technical Director Okan Buruk. It was expressed that Buruk initially approached the transfer with caution due to the problematic separation processes in Duran's career.
However, it is being discussed that the technical staff may reconsider the issue because the young footballer could be evaluated within the +4 foreign player quota.
NOTABLE STOPS IN HIS CAREER
Jhon Duran, who has changed many teams despite being only 22 years old, started his career at Colombian team Envigado. The young striker, who later wore the jerseys of Chicago Fire, Aston Villa, and Al Nassr, served on loan at Fenerbahçe and Zenit last season.
Duran, whom Al Nassr added to their squad in 2025 by paying 77 million euros to Aston Villa, is expected to return to the Saudi Arabian team in the new season.
HE HAD CAUSED REACTION ON THE FENERBAHÇE SIDE
Duran, who drew the reaction of Fenerbahçe fans because he liked the celebration posts of the yellow-red club after Galatasaray's championship, being now associated with Galatasaray drew attention. It is considered that if a possible transfer occurs, a new topic of debate could arise between the eternal rivals.