There are hot developments in the transfer of national football player Merih Demiral, who plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli. Istanbul giant Fenerbahce has taken action to sign the experienced center-back Merih Demiral.
Super Lig Giant Fenerbahce Sets Sights on Merih Demiral
Merih Demiral, who continues his career at Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia, has attracted the interest of Turkish Super Lig powerhouse Fenerbahce. The Yellow-Navy Blues have started their transfer negotiations to add the experienced defender to their squad.
Merih Demiral’s Performance at Al-Ahli
Merih Demiral has appeared in a total of 24 matches for Al-Ahli. In these matches, the national defender has delivered 1 goal and 1 assist, contributing significantly to his team defensively.
Merih Demiral’s Contract with Al-Ahli Expires in 2026
The 27-year-old national footballer Merih Demiral has a contract with Saudi club Al-Ahli until 2026. It remains to be seen how Fenerbahce will approach this potential transfer.
Merih Demiral Attended Fenerbahce Match as a Spectator
Merih Demiral watched the Fenerbahce vs. Corendon Alanyaspor match from the stands at the Ulker Stadium Fenerbahce Sukru Saracoglu Sports Complex on the evening of August 30th. This fueled further speculation about his potential transfer.
Merih Demiral Open to Fenerbahce Move
The 27-year-old defender Merih Demiral has previously stated, “Fenerbahce has always been a scar in my heart.” It is reported that the Yellow-Navy Blues are thoroughly investigating the possibility of signing Merih Demiral and that the player is open to the move. However, Al-Ahli’s stance on this situation remains unclear.
A Crucial Step for Fenerbahce: Mourinho’s Hand to be Strengthened
Fenerbahce must include 4 homegrown players in their UEFA Europa League squad, and currently, the only player meeting this criterion is third-choice goalkeeper Ertugrul Cetin. If Merih Demiral, who came through Fenerbahce’s academy, is transferred, it would strengthen coach Mourinho’s hand significantly.
