20.05.2026 15:07
Fenerbahçe presidential candidate Hakan Safi reportedly met with Antonio Conte, and the Italian coach has requested the transfer of Kevin De Bruyne. Safi is said to have taken positive steps for both names.
The moves made by Fenerbahçe presidential candidate Hakan Safi before the election caused a stir. It was claimed that Safi met with Antonio Conte for the head coach position and intervened for the transfer of Kevin De Bruyne.
ANTONIO CONTE IN THE SPOTLIGHT
As the presidential race continues at Fenerbahçe, it is stated that Hakan Safi wants to bring Antonio Conte to the team. It is reported that the first meeting with the Italian coach, who decided to leave Napoli, was held and went positively.
PAOLO MALDINI DETAIL
The news also conveyed that Hakan Safi held a meeting with Paolo Maldini for the football structure. It is discussed that Safi aims to bring the Italian football school to Fenerbahçe.
CONTE'S FIRST DEMAND: DE BRUYNE
It is claimed that Antonio Conte presented a transfer list during the meeting. The Italian coach's primary target is stated to be world star Kevin De Bruyne.
GAVE A "YES" ANSWER
It was stated that Hakan Safi gave a positive response to Conte's request for Kevin De Bruyne. It is alleged that the presidential candidate wants to sign both Conte and the Belgian star player if he wins the election.
DE BRUYNE LEAVING NAPOLI
It is claimed that Kevin De Bruyne, who transferred to Napoli last season, is preparing to leave the team following Antonio Conte's decision to depart. The 34-year-old star is said to be considering opening a new chapter in his career.
CONTE'S SALARY DEMAND
It was noted that Antonio Conte is one of the most expensive coaches in Europe. The experienced manager is stated to have demanded an annual salary of over 10 million euros from Fenerbahçe.
CHAMPIONSHIP EXPERT
Antonio Conte has won Serie A championships with Juventus, Inter, and Napoli in his career. The Italian coach also led Chelsea to the Premier League title.