Ankaragucu's supporters cheer for their team during the Turkish Super Lig football match between Ankaragucu and Fenerbahce at Eryaman Stadium in Ankara on April 7, 2019. (Photo by Adem ALTAN / AFP) (Photo credit should read ADEM ALTAN/AFP/Getty Images)
Fenerbahçe have launched an ambitious transfer pursuit to sign Real Madrid playmaker Brahim Díaz during the January transfer window, locking horns with Italian giants Juventus in a high-stakes transfer duel.
According to reports from Fotomaç, the Yellow Canaries have prioritized the 27-year-old Moroccan international to reinforce their central and wide attacking rotation, preparing a financial proposal designed to outbid rival European suitors.
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Italian press outlets headlined the mid-season battle, acknowledging Juventus’s serious concern regarding Fenerbahçe’s willingness to commit substantial capital.
“Turkish clubs have significant capital to deploy, and they are likely willing to offer far more than Juventus can afford,”Italian media reported. “This situation has created real anxiety inside Turin.” To secure Díaz’s commitment, Fenerbahçe’s executive board is structuring a net annual salary proposal exceeding €10 million.
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Frustrated by a secondary rotation role under Carlo Ancelotti, the Moroccan starlet has been restricted to just 178 minutes across four appearances in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League this season.
While Real Madrid retain an option to extend his contract beyond June 2027, Fenerbahçe hope guaranteed starting minutes and a lucrative package will convince Díaz to choose Kadıköy when the winter window opens.