Fenerbahçe Launches Aggressive Transfer Campaign, Targets Sancho, Vazquez, and Duran; Signs Micic for EuroLeague Push
Istanbul, June 24, 2025 – Fenerbahçe has ignited the summer transfer market with a series of high-profile moves across football and basketball, signaling the club’s intent to compete at the highest level both domestically and in Europe.
In football, the Istanbul giants have tabled an €18 million bid to Manchester United for English winger Jadon Sancho, offering him a lucrative three-year contract worth €12 million per season. The club has also made inquiries about Real Madrid’s versatile winger Lucas Vazquez and submitted a €16 million loan offer to Aston Villa for Colombian striker Jhon Duran, pledging to cover his full wages for the 2025/26 campaign. Additionally, Fenerbahçe has extended a significant contract proposal to Lille’s Canadian forward Jonathan David, who is currently weighing multiple offers from top European clubs.
These ambitious moves come as Fenerbahçe looks to reinforce its squad under the leadership of manager José Mourinho, aiming to build on recent signings such as Youssef En-Nesyri and Anderson Talisca. The club’s transfer activity reflects a clear strategy to challenge for the Turkish Super Lig title and make a deeper run in European competitions.
On the basketball front, Fenerbahçe Beko has finalized a major signing by securing Serbian star Vasilije Micic on a three-year deal. Micic, who recently played in the NBA, is expected to provide a significant boost to the club’s EuroLeague ambitions, joining a roster already featuring key players like Wade Baldwin IV and Scottie Wilbekin.
The transfer frenzy follows a turbulent period in Turkish football governance. The entire board of the Professional Football Disciplinary Committee resigned after leaked messages revealed plans to target Fenerbahçe and manager José Mourinho in the upcoming season, adding further drama to an already eventful summer for the club.
With these bold moves, Fenerbahçe is positioning itself as a major force on both the football and basketball stages, determined to deliver silverware and restore its status among Europe’s elite.