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Fenerbahce target Mason Greenwood
Fenerbahce are reportedly moving closer to securing a deal for Mason Greenwood, with the Turkish club expressing growing confidence in their pursuit of the 24-year-old forward. Marseille, who currently hold the player's registration, have indicated a willingness to negotiate a transfer fee estimated at approximately 45 million euros (£38.36 million).
Transfer Context and Financial Structure
Greenwood joined Marseille in July 2024 for a fee of £26.6 million. As part of that initial agreement, Manchester United (the player's former club) negotiated a sell-on clause, which is understood to entitle the Premier League side to roughly 40% of any future transfer fee. Since his arrival in France, Greenwood has maintained a consistent scoring record, netting 48 goals in 76 appearances across all competitions, including 16 goals during the 2025-26 Ligue 1 campaign.
Strategic Implications for Fenerbahce
Fenerbahce, having finished as runners-up in the Turkish Super Lig for five consecutive seasons, are looking to bolster their squad ahead of their upcoming Champions League campaign. The club is scheduled to face Polish side Gornik Zabrze in the second qualifying round later this month. The interest in Greenwood was a recurring theme during the club's presidential elections held in early June, with both candidates publicly identifying the forward as a priority target.
What to Watch Next
While negotiations remain ongoing, the focus shifts to whether the two clubs can finalize the financial terms. For Marseille, the potential sale represents a significant return on their investment from last summer. For Greenwood, a move to Istanbul would mark his third club in as many years following his loan spell at Getafe during the 2023-24 season.
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