Fenerbahçe SK have revised the contract terms of star winger Kerem Aktürkoğlu following a warning from UEFA. According to a report by Fotomac dated 9 September 2026, the yellow-navy club made a significant adjustment to Aktürkoğlu's annual earnings after a UEFA review of his agreement.
Fenerbahçe Haberleri announced the news with the headline "UEFA kararı sonrası Fenerbahçe'de flaş gelişme! Sözleşmesi değişti," stating that the 27-year-old player's salary will now be paid directly by the club. Previously, Aktürkoğlu's income was help through a third-party image rights agreement with Hakan Safi's company. The new arrangement sees the player's annual earnings rise to 4.75 million euros. Aktürkoğlu's market value is reported to be 20 million euros.
What was UEFA's warning about?
UEFA reviewed Fenerbahçe SK's contract with Kerem Aktürkoğlu and issued a warning to the club. This warning highlighted that certain clauses in the agreement were not aligned with European football's governing body's financial fair play and fiscal transparency regulations. Following UEFA's intervention, the Fenerbahçe board decided to urgently revise the player's contract conditions.
The change updates the terms of Aktürkoğlu's existing contract, which runs until 2029. Considering the player has contributed 2 assists in his 8 appearances for Fenerbahçe this season, the club's move to secure its investment is a logical step. Squad details listed on our squad page show Aktürkoğlu's importance.
What are the new contract terms for Aktürkoğlu?
Kerem Aktürkoğlu's revised contract includes a salary increase from 222,000 TL per year to 4.75 million euros. This modification aims to create a more transparent structure in the club's financial records. All of the player's earnings will now be paid directly by Fenerbahçe SK.
This move is part of the club's effort to remain compliant with UEFA and avoid potential sanctions. Aktürkoğlu has contributed to the team's position in the Süper Lig with his performances since the start of the season. The yellow-navy side are 9th in the league with 6 points from 4 matches, as visible on our standings page. The team's goal difference is +2 (8 goals scored, 6 conceded) and they trail leaders Galatasaray by 4 points.
How does this change affect the team's current situation?
The contract revision means Fenerbahçe can finalise its financial adjustments while continuing its seasonal operations. The team is coping with squad absences due to injuries to Jayden Oosterwolde and Mattéo Guendouzi, as listed on our injuries page. Under these circumstances, clarifying the situation of a key player like Aktürkoğlu will ease the technical staff's planning.
Fenerbahçe SK have shown inconsistent recent form (LWWL). The team's next Süper Lig fixture is an away match against 12th-placed Başakşehir on 6 December 2026. Details of this important match and the full schedule are available on our fixtures page. Kerem Aktürkoğlu will remain linked with Fenerbahçe SK until the summer of 2029.
