Fenerbahçe announces departure: Ferdi Kadıoğlu transfer officially completed as the most expensive domestic player

The following statement was made regarding Kadıoğlu, who is heading to England with a transfer fee of 30 million euros:

An agreement has been reached between the parties for the transfer of our professional footballer Ferdi Erenay Kadıoğlu to the English club The Brighton and Hove Albion FC, in exchange for the termination of the player's contract with us for a fee of 30,000,000 Euros. Solidarity contribution fees that will arise in accordance with FIFA instructions will be paid by The Brighton and Hove Albion FC.

In addition to the transfer fee, a maximum bonus of 5,000,000 Euros will be paid to our Club by The Brighton and Hove Albion FC, depending on the player's performance.

Furthermore, in the event of the player's future transfer to another club, 10% of the transfer fee to be obtained by The Brighton and Hove Albion FC will be paid to our club as a share from the subsequent sale.

We present this to the information of our investors.

FAREWELL MESSAGE FROM FENERBAHÇE

THOSE WHO LEAVE A MARK ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN; MAY YOUR PATH BE CLEAR, OUR FERDİ

Some stories are special, they leave a mark, they are unforgettable…

Sometimes, there is no need for many words to explain certain things.

Just like how he entered through these doors at the age of 18 and became the darling of millions…

Ferdi Kadıoğlu, the most precious part of the anthems that millions sing together for this community he is a part of;

With his commitment to the jersey,

His belonging to the crest,

His respect for Fenerbahçe,

His determination,

His ambition,

His stance and every attitude of his,

He became “a precious member (Ferdi) of Fenerbahçe…”

From the first moment you joined our colors in 2018,

Whether in our U21 team or in our A-Team, where you wore our jersey in the 77th minute of the Turkish Cup match we played against Giresunspor on December 20, 2018,

You provided the definition of what an exemplary footballer is.

You fought until the last drop of your sweat,

You displayed an example of professionalism in every condition you wore the Fenerbahçe jersey,

You became a role model for Fenerbahçe children,

You were etched into our hearts, you found a place in our minds…

Our Ferdi, who served in different positions and did justice to his jersey in every region he played,

Managed to become one of our most precious pieces by playing over 200 matches in our Yellow-Navy jersey and reaching the 'century' mark twice.

From the day he said 'I'm glad it's Fenerbahçe' until today, he has been an example to millions of young people.

By choosing our Turkey for his National Team preference, he proudly showed millions that he is a child of this country and has not broken away from his roots!

And now, our Ferdi is saying goodbye to his home…

He is leaving the home he came to in 2018 as of today, going to the cradle of football in pursuit of his dreams.

Endless thanks to you for the unique services you provided to our 'World's Biggest Sports Club' Fenerbahçe,

For being a part of the values that exist in the genes of Fenerbahçe,

For the countless joys you gave to our millions of fans, who are the most precious part of our club…

Remember;

Those who respect the jersey and feel a sense of belonging to the crest at Fenerbahçe leave a mark.

And those who leave a mark are never forgotten…

Millions are by your side in every step you take…

We will be proud of your successes,

Our love will always be with you.

May your path be clear, may you have plenty of luck!

FENERBAHÇE SPORTS CLUB AND ITS MILLIONS OF FANS

FERDİ'S NEW CLUB DISTRIBUTED TURKISH DELIGHT

Ferdi Kadıoğlu arrived at the stadium for the match Brighton will play against Crawley Town in the League Cup. Brighton distributed Turkish delight, calling it the “perfect pre-match snack.”

The perfect pre-match snack... ?? pic.twitter.com/YcH5dipCry

— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) August 27, 2024

FAREWELL MESSAGE FROM FERDİ KADIOĞLU

Ferdi Kadıoğlu said goodbye to Fenerbahçe by publishing a message on his personal social media account.

The national footballer included the following statements in his post:

"Always remember me as Fenerbahçe's Ferdi, I love you all very much… I would like to express my endless gratitude to our president, our managers, my coaches, my teammates with whom I fought together, the staff, and the great Fenerbahçe fans who made me feel at home from the very first day."

FERDİ KADIOĞLU'S STATISTICS

Ferdi Kadıoğlu, whose current market value is shown as 30 million euros and who has been playing for Fenerbahçe since 2018, scored 18 goals and provided 22 assists in the 203 matches he played under the Yellow-Navy jersey.

News Source: İHA