Fenerbahçe Coach: 'As Long as En-Nesyri is a Club Player, He is a Key Element in Our Team' - Elbotola
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Fenerbahçe Coach: 'As Long as En-Nesyri is a Club Player, He is a Key Element in Our Team'

Fenerbahçe Coach: 'As Long as En-Nesyri is a Club Player, He is a Key Element in Our Team'

28 January 2026at10:10

Fenerbahçe's Italian coach, Domenico Tedesco, has settled the ongoing speculation surrounding the future of Moroccan international Youssef En-Nesyri, affirming his commitment to the Moroccan striker's services. This reinforces the likelihood of En-Nesyri remaining with the team and not departing during the current winter transfer window.

Italian channel “Calciomercato” reported that Tedesco clarified his stance on the player, emphasizing that his situation within the squad is clear. He stated: "As long as Youssef En-Nesyri is a Fenerbahçe player, he is part of the squad and considered a key element in the team."

Observers consider these statements a direct message to clubs that have shown interest in signing the Moroccan international, most notably Italian club Juventus, which had been monitoring the player's situation during the winter transfer window.

En-Nesyri had recently been close to leaving Fenerbahçe after entering negotiations with Juventus. However, these talks stalled after the player rejected the idea of a loan move.

According to available information, the Moroccan striker prefers to continue with Fenerbahçe or make a permanent move to his former club, Spanish side Sevilla, should a suitable offer arise, rather than embarking on a temporary experience that does not guarantee him technical stability.

What is the latest on Youssef En-Nesyri's transfer status at Fenerbahçe?

Coach Domenico Tedesco has publicly stated En-Nesyri remains a key element in the squad, effectively ending speculation about his departure during the current winter transfer window, despite interest from clubs like Juventus.

Why did Youssef En-Nesyri's potential move to Juventus not materialize?

The Moroccan striker reportedly rejected a loan move to Juventus, preferring to either continue with Fenerbahçe or secure a permanent transfer to his former club, Sevilla, for greater technical stability.

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