Final stages in Jhon Duran transfer
Accelerating its efforts to sign a striker ahead of the new season, Galatasaray has made significant progress in the transfer of Jhon Duran, who spent part of last season on loan at Fenerbahçe. It is understood that the yellow-reds have reached an agreement with the Colombian player, while negotiations with Al-Nassr regarding a purchase option are ongoing.
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Continuing its squad planning for the new season, Galatasaray has reached a significant stage in its efforts to strengthen its attacking line. The yellow-red team is preparing to finalize the transfer of Colombian striker Jhon Duran, who played for Fenerbahçe for part of last season.
DURAN'S SIDE HAS ACCEPTED THE TERMS
As the transfer negotiations that began in May approach their conclusion, it is reported that Jhon Duran recently gave a positive response to Galatasaray.
According to information obtained, the Colombian player has accepted the terms offered by the yellow-red club, and an agreement has been largely reached between the parties.
DISCIPLINARY CLAUSE TO BE ADDED TO THE CONTRACT
The Galatasaray management has requested that a special clause be included in the contract, given that the player has previously been in the spotlight for off-field developments.
The yellow-red club requested the inclusion of a provision in the contract that would allow for unilateral termination of the agreement should Duran experience disciplinary problems.
It is understood that the representatives of the Colombian player did not object to this clause.
It was stated that Jhon Duran's desire to play in the UEFA Champions League and his goal of becoming a permanent fixture in the national team again were influential in his acceptance of Galatasaray's terms.
For this reason, it was stated that the player's side approached the disciplinary clause in the contract positively.
A countdown has begun for the one-year loan transfer of the player following the negotiations between the parties.
It was noted that the deal is expected to be completed at a total annual cost of approximately 5 million euros.
OPTION NEGOTIATIONS WITH AL-NASSR CONTINUE
Negotiations regarding a purchase option continue between Galatasaray and Al-Nassr, which holds the registration of Jhon Duran.
It is understood that the yellow-red management also wants to include the possibility of purchasing the player's registration after the loan period in the contract.
Jhon Duran transferred to Aston Villa in 2023 for a transfer fee of 30 million euros.
The Colombian player joined the Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr in January 2025 for a transfer fee of 77 million euros.