Ali Koç opens the purse strings: Jonathan David is the target for Fenerbahçe
Fenerbahçe is making an intense effort to sign Canadian striker Jonathan David, whose contract with Lille has expired. The Yellow-Navy Blues have accepted the player's salary demand of 9 million Euros, while negotiations continue regarding the 15 million Euro signing bonus.
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After losing the transfer race for Leroy Sane to Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe has turned its attention to high-profile names. The club, which has made attempts for Tottenham's Heung-Min Son and Yves Bissouma, has identified Jonathan David, whose contract with Lille has expired, as its primary target.
According to a report by İrfan Yirmibeş from Sözcü, club president Ali Koç wants to bring the Canadian striker to the team as soon as possible to meet the fans' expectations.
TRANSFER NEGOTIATIONS CONTINUE
Fenerbahçe President Ali Koç has instructed the new sporting director, Devin Özek, to finalize the transfer of Jonathan David. Özek held another meeting with the player's agent, Nick Mavromaras. During the talks, an agreement was reached on an annual salary of 9 million Euros, while negotiations regarding the signing bonus are ongoing. The Yellow-Navy Blues are trying to lower the requested 15 million Euros, and the transfer is expected to be completed shortly.