27.01.2026 08:30
Al Nassr President Abdullah Al-Majed harshly criticized Talisca and Jhon Duran, who transferred to Fenerbahçe, stating that they were particularly pleased with Jhon Duran's departure from the club due to his unprofessional behavior.
Al Nassr President Abdullah Al-Majed used very harsh words about Talisca and Jhon Duran, who transferred to Fenerbahçe.
STATEMENT FROM AL NASSR PRESIDENT ABOUT TALISCA AND JHON DURAN
Al Nassr President Abdullah Al-Majed made striking statements about the two star football players Talisca and Jhon Duran, who left the club, on the Socrates podcast program of the Thamania channel broadcasting in Saudi Arabia. Al-Majed's words quickly became a topic of discussion.
"WE NO LONGER NEED TALISCA"
Speaking about Talisca, who was added to Fenerbahçe's squad during the winter transfer window last season, Al-Majed said that they consciously parted ways with the Brazilian player. Al-Majed stated,
"We decided to part ways with Talisca because he could not focus on the field. His behavior was not good. He had two main issues: injuries and playing style. He was not putting pressure on the opponent. The presence of Cristiano Ronaldo was a threat to him. You cannot trust a player who does not put pressure on the opponent," he said.
HARSHER WORDS FOR JHON DURAN
Al Nassr President spoke much more harshly about Jhon Duran, who was loaned to Fenerbahçe at the beginning of this season. Stating that they felt relieved after the departure of the Colombian player, who is the most expensive transfer in the club's history, Al-Majed said,
"His behavior was far from professionalism. He went to meet another club without permission from the club. If he had stayed, we would have taken very strict measures and faced serious problems. We practically celebrated his departure," he said.
CAME FOR 75 MILLION EUROS, LASTED HALF A SEASON
Jhon Duran, transferred from Aston Villa for a transfer fee of 75 million euros, could only play half a season at Al Nassr. The 22-year-old player, who was discarded due to unprofessional behavior, was loaned to Fenerbahçe at the beginning of the season.
FENERBAHÇE PERFORMANCE
Jhon Duran contributed with 5 goals and 3 assists in 21 matches he played in Fenerbahçe this season.