Fenerbahçe have accomplished the signing of Milan Škriniar on a everlasting deal from Paris Saint-Germain, bringing again the Slovakian defender after a stable mortgage spell. The 30-year-old is predicted to reach in Istanbul tonight for his medical and closing paperwork, with the membership set to announce the transfer shortly after.
Softfootball understands that the switch deal is price an preliminary €7 million, with performance-related add-ons probably elevating the overall to €10 million. Škriniar has reportedly agreed to a four-year contract with the Turkish giants, placing an finish to a summer-long pursuit after Jose Mourinho insisted on having the participant on his workforce.
Famend switch journalist Fabrizio Romano confirmed the deal on his official X account, writing:
“Milan Škriniar to Fenerbahçe, right here we go! Deal in place for the centre again to re-join Fener. Everlasting deal for €7m preliminary price plus add-ons to PSG, reaching €10m package deal. Škriniar solely wished Fener and he’s now flying to Istanbul.”
Škriniar initially joined PSG in 2023 however struggled for constant minutes. His mortgage swap to Fenerbahçe in 2024 proved profitable, as he discovered type and rapidly turned a fan favorite, prompting the membership to push for a full switch.
Sources near the negotiations say Fenerbahçe had been in talks for weeks, ultimately providing an annual wage of round €8 million. Škriniar’s camp had initially requested €12 million, however each events managed to seek out widespread floor.
The defender’s departure additionally helps PSG trim their wage invoice, with Škriniar incomes over €1.1 million month-to-month throughout his time in Paris. In response to stories from Turkey, the Slovak worldwide will land in Istanbul at 7:45 p.m. native time and could possibly be greeted by followers on the airport earlier than heading for his medical.
With the Škriniar deal practically finalized, Fenerbahçe are anticipated to accentuate efforts to signal Marco Asensio, one other PSG participant thought-about surplus to necessities. In the meantime, PSG proceed their talks with Bournemouth over Ukrainian centre-back Illya Zabarnyi, who might are available as a alternative.
