Aleksandar Mitrović (foto: Getty Images)
With Youssef En-Nesyri linked to Al-Nassr, Fenerbahçe is eyeing Aleksandar Mitrović as a potential replacement. The Serbian star's move could shake up Turkish football.
Fenerbahçe is reportedly plotting an ambitious move to sign Aleksandar Mitrović as the Serbian striker becomes their primary target to fill a potential void in their attack. The Turkish giants are preparing for the possibility of losing Youssef En-Nesyri, who is being heavily linked with a transfer to Al-Nassr.
Mitrović, who joined Al-Hilal in 2023 for an impressive €53 million, has been a revelation in Saudi Arabia. The 30-year-old forward has scored a staggering 58 goals and provided 11 assists in just 61 appearances for the Riyadh-based club. Despite being a cornerstone of Al-Hilal's attack, Fenerbahçe is exploring ways to bring the Serbian star to Turkey.
The challenge for Fenerbahçe lies in Mitrović’s €25 million annual salary, a figure that makes the transfer financially complex. However, the Istanbul side is reportedly studying how to structure a deal that would convince both the player and his current club.
With En-Nesyri's potential departure looming, Fenerbahçe is looking for a proven goalscorer to lead their frontline. Mitrović’s track record makes him a perfect fit. Beyond his club performances, the Serbian forward has been a talisman for his national team, scoring 59 goals in 98 appearances for Serbia.
At 30 years old, Mitrović is at the peak of his career and continues to deliver consistently, making him a highly attractive option for Fenerbahçe. His physicality, aerial prowess, and clinical finishing could make him an instant star in the Turkish Süper Lig.