Today in Turkish Sports Media: Fenerbahçe's Search for a Striker and Squad Movements

Two Candidates for Striker: Watkins and Gabriel Jesus

Fenerbahçe has turned its attention to England for a striker transfer. At the top of the yellow-navy blue list are Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa and Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal. Discussions are set to begin next week with the approval of head coach İsmail Kartal.(Fotomaç)

Is Guirassy Joining Fenerbahçe?

Prioritizing the striker transfer based on head coach İsmail Kartal's report, Fenerbahçe has taken action for Borussia Dortmund's star striker Serhou Guirassy. It is reported that the yellow-navy blues are preparing a guaranteed annual salary of 21 million euros and a transfer fee around 30 million euros for the 29-year-old striker. However, on the same day, Sözcü newspaper paints a different picture:"The Last Tango with Guirassy" states that Fenerbahçe has drawn a line with Borussia Dortmund and will not exceed 30 million euros for their number one target, the Guinean striker.(Fanatik, Sözcü)

Plan for Rashford as Kerem's Replacement

After receiving an offer from Saudi Arabia for Kerem Aktürkoğlu, Fenerbahçe plans to bring in Manchester United's English star Marcus Rashford in case of a potential departure. If Manchester United does not lower their asking price below 40 million euros for Rashford, a loan + purchase option formula is also on the table. Fenerbahçe management has sent an official message to Manchester United regarding the matter.(Fotomaç)

Kanté's World Cup Disappointment

Fenerbahçe's star N'Golo Kanté exited the World Cup without playing a single minute for the French National Team. Didier Deschamps' choice was met with backlash in the French press; Kanté's failure to step onto the pitch disappointed football fans.(Takvim)

The Ederson Puzzle

After being eliminated with Brazil in the World Cup, experienced goalkeeper Ederson returned to Istanbul and went on vacation. Discussions regarding the goalkeeper's future are expected to take place after his return from vacation.(Fotomaç)

Andre Operation at Fenerbahçe

The yellow-navy blues are focusing on Corinthians' young star Andre for a midfield transfer. The opening of a foreign player quota following Fred's departure could also pave the way for a new striker transfer. Juventus is also reported to be interested in Andre.(Takvim)

Intensive Work for Rodrigo Becao

Fenerbahçe is conducting intense work for Rodrigo Becao, a defender from the Italian club Venezia. The ongoing discussions have elevated Becao to the top of the list; his contract, valued at 2 million euros, runs until June 30, 2028.(Takvim)

Other Headlines

• Low offer for Diego Carlos:A 3 million euro offer for Vasco's defender was rejected, with a demand of 10 million euros.(Fotomaç)

• Vedat Muriqi is recovering quickly:It has been reported that Muriqi, who is still injured, has started individual training.(Fotomaç)

• Schalke persistent for Musaba:Bundesliga team Schalke 04 has made an official offer of 10 million euros for Anthony Musaba, who has been sidelined.(Fotomaç)

• Interest in Mert Müldür from Italy:The right-back, who has caught the eye of Roma, is open to a move to Italy if an official offer comes in.(Fotomaç, Takvim)

• Torino interested in Cengiz:Serie A team Torino is competing with an offer from Dortmund for Cengiz Ünder.(Sözcü)

• Irfan Can to Gençlerbirliği:Goalkeeper İrfan Can Eğribayat, who is not considered in the squad, has attracted interest from Gençlerbirliği.(Fotomaç, Takvim)

• "Keep 4" report:İsmail Kartal submitted a report to the management stating that Cengiz Ünder, İrfan Can Kahveci, Fred, and Jayden Oosterwolde must definitely remain in the squad.(Fotomaç)

• Big target: 4-3-3 system:Kartal is trying to implement a 4-3-3 system to not only win the league title this season but also to end the Champions League drought.(Milliyet)

• Muric and Livakovic return injured:Goalkeeper Vedat Muriç has started individual training, while Livakovic was unable to participate in training due to injury.(Milliyet)

Conclusion

Fenerbahçe's transfer agenda revolves around the search for a striker (the Watkins/Gabriel Jesus/Guirassy triangle), a possible Kerem-Rashford swap on the wing, midfield reinforcement (Andre), and a defensive search (Becao, Diego Carlos). The club is also determined to retain some players from the current squad (Cengiz Ünder, Fred, İrfan Can Kahveci, Oosterwolde).

Source: This compilation is based on news from the July 20, 2026 editions of Fotomaç, Fanatik, Sözcü, Takvim, and Milliyet newspapers.