Milan Škriniar Close to Permanent Fenerbahçe Move as Improved Offer Sent to PSG

Milan Škriniar has agreed to personal terms with Fenerbahçe until June 2028. The Turkish club is now waiting for Paris Saint-Germain to approve the deal so they can sign the defender, as confirmed by multiple sources.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Fenerbahçe and Milan Škriniar have agreed on a long-term contract for the Slovakian defender. If the deal goes through, the 30-year-old will stay in Istanbul until June 2028. Fenerbahçe have made a better offer to PSG, who currently own Škriniar’s contract, and they are now waiting for the French club to agree to finish the transfer process. Škriniar was on loan at Fenerbahçe for the second half of last season, where he did well by scoring three goals and providing two assists in 16 appearances as a defender.

FENERBAHÇE’S SEASON SO FAR

Fenerbahçe finished the 2024/25 Turkish Süper Lig season in second place, just behind their rivals Galatasaray. Although the team just missed out on winning the league title, their season was marked by defensive problems. Adding Škriniar is seen as a vital move to strengthen the defense and close the gap for next season. His experience and leadership are expected to be crucial as Fenerbahçe prepares for Champions League qualifiers and another attempt to win the title. The club aims to win the league this season after finishing second behind Galatasaray.

PSG’S CHANGES AND WHAT COMES NEXT

Škriniar struggled to get regular playing time at PSG and was not a regular part of the first team. With PSG making changes to their squad after winning another domestic league title and reaching glory in Europe with the Champions League title, the club seems ready to let the experienced defender go. PSG now needs to give final approval so the transfer can be completed, allowing Škriniar to officially return to Fenerbahçe, possibly in time to join their pre-season preparations. Both clubs have crucial matches ahead as they aim for domestic and European success in the new season, with Fenerbahçe’s opening fixture scheduled against Adana Demirspor, while PSG will begin their Ligue 1 campaign against Rennes. This transition follows a season where PSG won three trophies, including the UEFA Champions League.