July 27, 2026 Transfer News: Salah, Guirassy, Karetsas and Lucumi Updates

Istanbul's transfer traffic showed no sign of slowing down this week. While Süper Lig's big three reshape their squads under the 10+4 foreign-player rule, Europe's giants also have crucial negotiations on the table. Here is our roundup of developments confirmed between July 22-27, 2026.

Mohamed Salah - Beşiktaş

Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, who became a free agent after parting ways with Liverpool, has seen his path to Beşiktaş become clearer in recent days. According to reports, the player's agent Ramy Abbas stepped back from his initial high commission demand and moved closer to the figure proposed by club president Serdal Adalı — a development described as removing the biggest obstacle to the deal. Reports suggest the 34-year-old is expected to arrive in Istanbul within days to sign; the discussed contract is a 1+1 year deal worth €10 million guaranteed annually plus €2 million in bonuses. There has been no official club announcement yet.

Serhou Guirassy - Fenerbahçe

Fenerbahçe's search for attacking reinforcement has taken concrete shape around Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy. According to reports, the two clubs have agreed on a €25 million transfer fee; Dortmund, who initially demanded €35 million, are said to have lowered their figure once the Champions League qualifying process began. The fee is reportedly to be paid in installments, with the player expected to sign until 2028 on around €10 million per year.

Fenerbahçe's Squad Overhaul

Forced to comply with the 10+4 foreign-player rule, Fenerbahçe are preparing for a major squad clear-out. Reports indicate the club will definitely part ways with Diego Carlos, Sofyan Amrabat, Dominik Livakovic, Omar Fayed, Rodrigo Becao and Ognjen Mimovic, while departures for Musaba and Semedo are also considered likely. Talisca, Kante, Fred and Oosterwolde could reportedly be sold as well if good offers arrive.

Konstantinos Karetsas - Galatasaray

A new name has entered Galatasaray's shortlist for the number 10 role: Genk's 18-year-old Greek talent Konstantinos Karetsas, marketed in Greece as the 'New Messi'. Reports say the Belgian club is seeking a package reaching €40 million, though Galatasaray have not yet made an official approach. Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan are also said to be closely following the youngster.

Jhon Lucumi - Beşiktaş and Galatasaray Go Head-to-Head

Two Istanbul rivals are simultaneously in the race for Bologna's Colombian center-back Jhon Lucumi: Beşiktaş and Galatasaray. Beşiktaş's offer of €12 million cash plus Jean Onana in exchange was rejected by Bologna, who are demanding a €25 million fee. Following that, Galatasaray entered the picture; reports claim their verbal offer of a net €4 million annual salary has been received positively by the player and his agent. Bologna is said to be seeking at least €23 million.

Rafael Leao - Beşiktaş in the Mix

All three of Süper Lig's giants are chasing Milan's Portuguese winger Rafael Leao, but the most notable claim in recent days is that Beşiktaş has held the most concrete talks with his representatives. Milan reportedly are only willing to sell him outright and are closed to a loan option, while Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray remain interested but have yet to submit an official bid.

Arsenal Eye Vinicius Junior

Premier League champions Arsenal are reported to have set their sights on Real Madrid's Brazilian star Vinicius Junior as a left-wing reinforcement. The 26-year-old, whose contract runs out in the summer of 2027, has yet to agree new terms with Madrid — a situation that could push the Spanish club toward a sale rather than losing him for free. Reports stress there has been no direct club-to-club contact yet and the process remains at a very early stage. Julian Alvarez, Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola are also said to be on Arsenal's forward shortlist.

Three Giants Chase Rodri

The future of Manchester City's Spanish midfielder Rodri is also making headlines across Europe. Real Madrid, long linked with the player and reportedly close to personal terms, now face competition after Paris Saint-Germain made official contact, while Barcelona are said to have reached out directly to his representatives. Rodri reportedly has one year left on his City contract and is said to view Real Madrid as his priority for personal and sporting reasons.

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