04.02.2026 12:12
Fenerbahçe's new star N'Golo Kante has left behind his 25 million euro salary in Saudi Arabia and signed with the yellow-blues for 8 million euros a year, completing the transfer with a great sacrifice.
The financial details of N'Golo Kante's transfer, which is the most talked-about move of Fenerbahçe during the mid-season transfer period, have been clarified. The salary that the French star, who gave up his astronomical earnings in Saudi Arabia to wear the yellow-navy blue jersey, will receive has drawn attention.
SIGNED FOR 8 MILLION EUROS ANNUALLY
According to journalist Ömer Çelikbaşlı, N'Golo Kante will receive a net salary of 8 million euros per year from Fenerbahçe. It has been learned that performance-based bonuses will also be added to this amount. The French midfielder signed a 2.5-year contract with the yellow-navy blue team.
REJECTED WEALTH IN SAUDI ARABIA
Kante was earning approximately 24-25 million euros annually during his time at Al-Ittihad. The experienced player accepted a salary reduction of about 70% to be able to transfer to Fenerbahçe. It has been reported that he also turned down new contract offers from the Saudi club exceeding 30 million euros.
ALSO REJECTED EUROPEAN OFFERS
It has been learned that the French star rejected offers not only from Saudi Arabia but also from European clubs such as Fulham, Milan, and Lens. Kante's clear preference for Fenerbahçe has created a significant impact in the community.
WAIVED FROM AL-ITTIHAD, ACCELERATED THE TRANSFER
It was stated that Kante waived his claim of approximately 12 million euros from Al-Ittihad, thus resolving his transfer for free or at a low amount (around 7-8 million euros). It was noted that the transfer of Youssef En-Nesyri to Al-Ittihad also played a role as a bargaining chip in the process.