Fenerbahce Eyes €10M Move for Vedat Muriqi as En-Nesyri Replacement
During the summer transfer window, Sevilla bid farewell to their star striker Youssef En-Nesyri, who made a high-profile move to Fenerbahce. Now, just six months later, En-Nesyri could be on the move again, with a potential transfer to Saudi Arabia creating ripples across the football market.
Al-Nassr Pursues En-Nesyri
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Saudi Pro League side, Al-Nassr, has expressed strong interest in signing En-Nesyri. Reports from O Jogo (via Mundo Deportivo) suggest that Fenerbahce is already preparing for his possible departure by targeting Mallorca forward Vedat Muriqi as a replacement.
Fenerbahce’s Interest in Muriqi
The Turkish giants are reportedly willing to pay up to €10 million to bring Muriqi back to Istanbul. The Kosovan striker previously played for Fenerbahce during the 2019-20 season, making a strong impression before moving on to Lazio and eventually Mallorca.
Mallorca’s Dilemma
Muriqi has had a relatively modest season with just three goals so far. However, his presence remains crucial for Mallorca head coach Jagoba Arrasate. The emergence of Cyle Larin, who has already matched Muriqi’s goal tally in just two appearances, could soften the blow of a potential departure.
For Mallorca, the prospect of losing Muriqi may not be as damaging given Larin’s form, but the decision will ultimately depend on Fenerbahce’s final offer and Mallorca’s willingness to part ways with their forward.
Potential Knock-On Effects
If this deal goes through, it could spark a domino effect in the transfer market. En-Nesyri’s move to Al-Nassr would not only boost the Saudi Pro League but also position Fenerbahce to regain a familiar face in Muriqi, adding depth and experience to their attacking lineup.