Former Manchester City winger Riyad Mahrez could end his adventure in the Middle East this summer as he’s prepared to return to Europe.
According to latest reports coming from
Turkish media outlets on Thursday, Fenerbahce are putting the final touches on a blockbuster deal to lure Mahrez away from Jeddah.
A Spor report that direct talks are underway between the player and the Istanbul giants to finalise personal terms for a move to the Super Lig next season.
With Mahrez keen to return to Europe, report claim Fenerbahce do not want to miss this opportunity and the coming days will be decisive in determining the future of the 35-year-old winger.
Riyad Mahrez is eager to return to Europe this summer. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)
According to Turkish newspaper Sabah , Fenerbahçe views Mahrez as the ideal upgrade for their wing positions, having determined that their current options – Kerem Akturkoglu, Nene, Anthony Musaba, and Oguz Aydın – do not meet the club’s long-term ambitions.
While Mahrez is under contract with Al-Raqi until 2027, he is reportedly following a path similar to N’Golo Kante, who recently swapped the Saudi league for Turkey.
The Algerian international is said to be prioritising a return to a highly competitive European environment before his eventual retirement.
Fenerbahce are looking at restoring their domestic and continental prestige by signing players with proven experience in Europe’s elite leagues, an attribute Mahrez fits in.
While Mahrez is yet to speak on these rumors, he will be eager to help his team as they prepare for a critical AFC Champions League Elite clash against Qatar’s Al-Duhail at Al-Inma Stadium.
