Shakhtar Donetsk Turn Down Fulham’s €40 Million Offer for Brazilian Star Kevin

Shakhtar Donetsk have rejected a huge offer from Fulham for their 22-year-old Brazilian winger Kevin. The Ukrainian club wants a higher fee because several top European clubs are also interested in him.

FULHAM’S BID FALLS SHORT

Fulham offered €30 million plus add-ons, which could have reached €40 million for Kevin. Shakhtar Donetsk refused the deal, wanting more to part ways with their in-form attacker. Kevin is contracted to the club until the end of 2028. The club’s decision is partly influenced by interest from other teams, including Italian giants Napoli, who are keeping a close eye on Kevin this summer as they assess their attacking options for the new season.

KEVIN’S RISING STOCK AND SEASON IMPACT

Kevin’s rise to prominence has been swift, thanks to his outstanding performances. Last season, he scored nine goals and provided four assists, including a goal against Bayern Munich in the Champions League. This season, he has made an explosive start, with four goals and two assists in just three Europa League qualifiers. He recently netted a hat-trick across two legs against Besiktas to guide Shakhtar past the third qualifying round. Shakhtar are hoping his form can help them fetch a substantial transfer fee. In the Ukrainian Premier League, Shakhtar finished last season strong, currently with one win in 1 match in the Ukranian Premier League, as they aim to reclaim the domestic title.

WHAT COMES NEXT IN THE TRANSFER SAGA?

Napoli remain involved in the transfer saga as they look for attacking reinforcements after selling Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray and potentially allowing Giacomo Raspadori to join Atletico Madrid. Fulham, who finished in 11th place in the 2024/25 Premier League and are keen to bolster their attacking options, may need to improve their offer. Shakhtar’s next match is against Karpati Lviv, in the middle of their qualifying rounds against Panathinaikos for a spot in the Europa League Group Stage, while Fulham are preparing for their Premier League opener against Brighton. The weeks remaining in the transfer window will determine whether Shakhtar receive the larger bid they are seeking and where Kevin will continue his impressive journey.