Fenerbahce nears shock loan deal for Juventus star Filip Kostic
Serbian winger Filip Kostic in Juventus uniform. (Photo via Transfermarkt)
Türkiye’s Fenerbahce has made significant progress in acquiring Serbian winger Filip Kostic from Juventus on loan, with the transfer approaching its final stages.
Fenerbahce and Juventus have reached an agreement for Kostic’s transfer, according to Italian sports journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Deal with option to buy
The deal will see Kostić join Fenerbahce on a loan basis, with an option to buy.
Following the agreement with Juventus, Fenerbahce has commenced negotiations with Kostic’s representatives, including Alessandro Lucci, to finalize personal terms.
If these discussions proceed positively, Fenerbahce will soon begin preparations for Kostic’s move to Istanbul.
Kostic‘s current market value is estimated at €6.5 million, with his contract at Juventus extending until 2026. Meanwhile, last season, the 31-year-old Kostic featured in 33 matches, accumulating 2,107 minutes of play and providing 4 assists.
Kostic in Istanbul
Meanwhile, Fenerbahce announced that they have invited Serbian footballer Filip Kostic to Istanbul for transfer negotiations.
“Our club has reached an agreement in principle with Juventus FC and the player regarding the loan transfer of Filip Kostic. Kostic has been invited to Istanbul for medical checks and further transfer negotiations.”
The star player arriving in Istanbul will undergo medical checks on Monday.
