Fenerbahçe SK has officially opened negotiations with Eintracht Frankfurt for Turkish national team star Can Uzun. Talks began this week as the club looks to sign the 20-year-old forward as a replacement for Talisca.
According to a report by Hürriyet Spor, the yellow-dark blue management has made initial contact with the German club and started discussions. Can Uzun's current market value is set at 45 million euros. A transfer at this figure would become the most expensive in Fenerbahçe's history. Club president Aziz Yıldırım is reportedly willing to allocate budget for this move.
Why is the Can Uzun transfer significant?
The Can Uzun transfer represents not just a player acquisition but also a major move against rival Galatasaray. Galatasaray had worked for a long time to sign the young star since last season. They came very close to completing the deal but ultimately failed. Fenerbahçe's entry into the race now transfers the rivalry to the transfer market.
This move is also seen as a response to the impact created by Galatasaray's signing of Rafael Leao. Leao was once on Fenerbahçe's agenda. Having qualified for the Champions League, Fenerbahçe wants to strengthen its squad to compete at that level. Can Uzun played for the Turkish national team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and offers a matured profile with that experience.
What is the team's current situation?
Fenerbahçe sits in 8th place in the Süper Lig with 3 points from two matches. The team has scored 5 goals and conceded 4 for a +1 goal difference. They trail leaders Gençlerbirliği by 4 points. Their recent form reads win-loss.
The team's injury situation is also a significant factor. Currently, Diego Carlos, Ognjen Mimović, Rodrigo Becão, Jayden Oosterwolde, Kerem Aktürkoğlu, and Marco Asensio are sidelined due to injuries. Their absence tests the squad's depth. You can follow the current squad status on our injuries page.
How would this transfer affect the squad?
Can Uzun's arrival would increase options, particularly in the attacking third. The 20-year-old can play as an attacking midfielder and on the wings. If the experienced Talisca departs, filling that void with a young star would be a long-term investment.
Fenerbahçe's next match is against 4th-placed Trabzonspor at home on December 13, 2026. Any addition to the squad before this important fixture carries critical weight. You can view the team's complete schedule on our fixtures page.
The club's league position and standings can be tracked on our standings page. If the Can Uzun transfer is completed, Fenerbahçe will gain a young Turkish star and deliver a strong message to its rival in the transfer market. This move could be decisive for squad planning in the remainder of the season.
