17.01.2026 10:40
A clear message has come from Al-Ittihad regarding N'Golo Kante, who is on Fenerbahçe's transfer list. The Saudi team does not plan to let the star player go until his contract expires. Additionally, if a separation occurs, the club is not backing down from its high transfer fee expectations. It has been claimed that Fenerbahçe is ready to meet Kante's long-term contract demands and may also make efforts to terminate the remaining duration of the player's contract.
A clear message has come from Al-Ittihad regarding N'Golo Kante, who is on Fenerbahçe's agenda. The Saudi team does not want to let the star player go until his contract expires and is not considering stepping back from their high transfer fee expectations in the event of a possible departure.
AL-ITTIHAD: STAY UNTIL THE END OF THE CONTRACT
While N'Golo Kante's name continues to be associated with Fenerbahçe, a striking claim has emerged from Saudi Arabia. According to the news, the Al-Ittihad management intends to keep the French footballer, whose contract runs until June 2026, in the squad until his contract ends and is not open to a departure.
IF DEPARTURE OCCURS, 15 MILLION EURO CLAIM
If Kante insists on leaving, it has been suggested that Al-Ittihad will not back down in negotiations. It has been claimed that there is an expectation of around 15 million euros in transfer fees on the table, six months before the contract expires.
CONCEICAO'S "STAY IN THE TEAM" MESSAGE
It has been stated that head coach Sergio Conceicao has given a clear message to Kante to stay in the team, while the player has not completely ruled out the Fenerbahçe option if the federation gives approval. It has been reported that a critical meeting between the parties is expected in the coming days.
FINAL DECISION WITH PIF
It has been reminded that some clubs, including Al-Ittihad, are affiliated with the Public Investment Fund in Saudi Arabia, and it has been claimed that the final decision regarding Kante's transfer will be made by PIF from a financial and administrative perspective.
NEW CONTRACT OFFER FROM AL-ITTIHAD
On the other hand, it has been claimed that Al-Ittihad has offered Kante a one-year new contract with a salary lower than his current one. It has been reported that Kante is seeking a contract of two years or longer.
FENERBAHÇE SIDE CLAIM
The report suggested that Fenerbahçe is ready to meet Kante's long-term contract request and that the player may also take steps to terminate the remaining contract period.