Fenerbahce have reached an agreement with Al Ahli to sign Allan Saint-Maximin on a loan deal for the 24/25 season. A verbal agreement is in place between the two clubs, with the final documents set to be checked and signed over the coming days.
The player will accept a reduced salary and will become the latest addition to Jose Mourinho’s squad in Turkey. The Special One played an important role in negotiations, and was the person who convinced the winger to make the switch.
Allan Saint-Maximin to sign for Fenerbahce from Al Ahli
🚨🟡🔵 Fenerbahçe agree deal to sign Allan Saint-Maximin on loan from Al Ahli, here we go!
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 10, 2024
Deal in place for one season loan with salary to be reduced, verbal agreement in place waiting to check contracts.
José Mourinho wanted ASM and he was able to convince the player. 📲 pic.twitter.com/4kfrgyLlf2
The 27-year-old leaves Saudi Arabia after spending only one season with Al Ahli after joining them for €27.20 million from Newcastle United. The winger made a name for himself with the Magpies, dazzling audiences in the Premier League with his skillful dribbling.
He was recognised as one of the best dribblers in the league, with an incredible success rate. But, lacked an end product to solidify his place as a top player in the squad.
Now, he is set for a new adventure with Fenerbahce, who are rebuilding after losing out on the Super Lig title to rivals Galatasaray this past season. They have already signed Caglar Soyuncu to reinforce their defence, and now have a very talented winger at their disposal to take things further.
How many games did Saint-Maximin play for Newcastle?
124 games across all competitions, 13 goals and 21 assists
