Jhon Durán Seals Loan Move to Fenerbahçe

Colombian striker Jhon Durán will join Fenerbahçe on loan from Al Nassr. The Turkish club will pay his full salary until June 2026. The 21-year-old is returning to European football as Fenerbahçe aims to strengthen their attack.

According to a previous report, Jhon Durán is expected to join Fenerbahçe on a season-long loan.

WHAT HAPPENED?

An agreement has been reached for Durán to move to Istanbul on an initial loan. Al Nassr is allowing him to leave on loan, with Fenerbahçe covering his wages until June 2026. The move follows successful meetings in Colombia between Fenerbahçe director Devin Özek and Durán. Arsenal and West Ham wanted to sign him, but Durán decided to accept Fenerbahçe’s offer after direct talks.

A previous report confirmed that Al Nassr approved Jhon Durán’s departure after just five months in Saudi Arabia.

FENERBAHÇE’S AMBITIONS FOR THE NEW SEASON

Durán arrives at Fenerbahçe after scoring 12 goals in 18 matches for Al Nassr. Fenerbahçe is aiming to win the league this season after finishing second behind Galatasaray. The Turkish club will also depend on the new arrival to shine in the Champions League. They face Konyaspor in their next match and currently trail leaders Galatasaray after several seasons without a title.

A previous report confirmed that Jhon Durán scored 12 goals in 18 appearances for Al Nassr.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR DURÁN AND FENERBAHÇE?

Durán is expected to join Fenerbahçe’s pre-season camp soon. The club hopes that his direct style and goal-scoring ability will continue in Turkey and his arrival will help Fenerbahçe win the league this season. The 21-year-old striker will play a key role in their Champions League campaigns as they seek to challenge for the title under manager Jose Mourinho.

According to a previous report, Fenerbahçe aims to finalize personal terms for Durán which include covering his salary.