09.06.2026 08:50
The future of Sidiki Cherif, whose cost was previously criticized by Aziz Yıldırım, is becoming clear at Fenerbahçe. The young striker will either stay with the team as the third striker in the new season or be loaned to a strong European club where he can play regularly.
After Aziz Yıldırım returned to the presidency at Fenerbahçe, attention turned to squad planning. One of the most curious figures in the yellow-navy club is Sidiki Cherif.
"WHO BOUGHT THIS?" REMARKS MADE HEADLINES
Aziz Yıldırım harshly criticized the transfer cost of Sidiki Cherif during the High Council Board meeting held in April. Yıldırım said, "Who bought this Sidiki Cherif? I wonder. What mind bought him? What a shame. They say 22 million. With taxes, the cost is at least 30-35."
HE SAID HE TRUSTS THE YOUNG STRIKER
In a statement made before the election, Yıldırım noted that his criticism was directed at the transfer fee, not the player's talent, and emphasized his belief in the young footballer's potential. The experienced president argued that Cherif was put under great pressure at an early age and stated that he could become a much better player in the coming years.
TWO OPTIONS ON THE TABLE
The 19-year-old French forward of Guinean origin has two different scenarios ahead. The first option stands out as the player staying at the club as the third striker behind the two experienced center-forwards Fenerbahçe plans to add to their squad for the new season.
HE COULD BE LOANED OUT
The other possibility depends on offers from Europe. If a strong European club that offers regular playing time makes a loan offer for the young footballer, the Fenerbahçe management will evaluate this option. In this case, the yellow-navy team is expected to complete their squad planning by transferring a domestic third striker.