Nathan Aké Leaves Manchester City to Join Fenerbahçe
Dutch international defender Nathan Aké, 31, has transferred from Manchester City to Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe, announced on July 3, 2026. Aké, who made 175 appearances and won four Premier League titles and the 2023 Champions League with City, signed after the Netherlands’ 2026 World Cup exit. The move, his first outside England, reunites him with manager José Mourinho. Financial details were undisclosed.
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Fenerbahce complete deal to sign Nathan Ake from Manchester City
Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahce have completed the signing of Netherlands international defender Nathan Ake from Manchester City. The deal is valued at up to £8.5 million, with an initial payment of approximately £7 million plus performance-related add-ons. Ake, 31, spent six years at City, winning four Premier League titles, two FA Cups, two League Cups, and the Champions League. He made 177 appearances for the club after joining from Bournemouth for £40 million in 2020. His playing time diminished last season under Pep Guardiola, with only 17 starts across all competitions. Ake also played three matches for the Netherlands at the 2026 World Cup before their elimination by Morocco in the last 32. The defender expressed gratitude for his time at City, highlighting the Treble win and multiple Premier League titles.
BBC SportFenerbahce complete deal to sign Nathan Ake from Manchester City
Fenerbahce have signed Netherlands defender Nathan Ake from Manchester City in a deal worth up to £8.5m, with £7m paid upfront and the rest in add-ons. The 31-year-old made 177 appearances for City over six years, winning four Premier League titles, two FA Cups, two League Cups, and the Champions League. He made only 17 starts last season under Pep Guardiola, with six in the Premier League, and had one year left on his contract. Ake also played for the Netherlands in the 2026 World Cup, making three appearances before their elimination by Morocco in the last 32. He joined City from Bournemouth in 2020 for £40m.
BBC SportNathan Ake to Leave Manchester City for Fenerbahce After Trophy-Laden Spell
Nathan Ake is set to leave Manchester City this summer to join Turkish club Fenerbahce, ending a six-year spell in which he made 177 appearances and won 12 major trophies, including four Premier League titles and the 2023 Champions League. The Dutch defender, signed from Bournemouth for £41 million in 2020, was a reliable squad member but saw his playing time limited by the emergence of Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis. Fenerbahce confirmed the signing on their official X account, catching Manchester City by surprise, though negotiations were ongoing. City hoped to sell Ake for £7 million plus £1.5 million in add-ons. Personal terms have been agreed, and Ake reportedly wanted a new challenge. His performances, particularly at left-back during City's 2022-23 treble-winning season, were praised for their consistency and defensive solidity.
Yardbarker: SoccerManchester City's Nathan Ake in £7m Transfer Talks with Fenerbahce
Manchester City are in negotiations with Turkish club Fenerbahce over a £7m deal for Netherlands defender Nathan Ake, with potential add-ons raising the total to £8.5m. Personal terms have been agreed with the 31-year-old, though final transfer details are still being finalized. Ake, who joined City from Bournemouth for £40m in 2020, made 177 appearances and won multiple trophies including four Premier League titles and the Champions League. However, he saw limited game time in Pep Guardiola's final season, making only 17 starts across all competitions. Fenerbahce presidential candidate Aziz Yildirim is keen on the signing, and the club expects Ake to join their Austria camp after permission processes. Ake also played for the Netherlands in the 2026 World Cup before their elimination by Morocco.
BBC SportFenerbahce Signs Nathan Aké from Manchester City
Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe Istanbul has announced the signing of Dutch defender Nathan Aké from Premier League champions Manchester City. The transfer was confirmed by the Turkish club on Friday afternoon. Aké, who joined Manchester City in 2020 from Bournemouth, has been a versatile defensive option for Pep Guardiola's side, contributing to their domestic and European successes. The move to Fenerbahçe marks a significant shift for the 29-year-old, who will now play in Turkey under manager José Mourinho. Financial details of the transfer were not disclosed in the announcement, but the deal is seen as a major coup for the Istanbul club as they strengthen their squad for the season.
kicker Fußball NewsFenerbahçe Announces Signing of Nathan Aké from Manchester City
Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe has officially announced the signing of 31-year-old Dutch centre-back Nathan Aké from Premier League champions Manchester City. The deal was confirmed on July 3, 2026, according to Portuguese news outlet Record. Aké, a versatile defender known for his composure and ball-playing ability, had been with Manchester City since 2020, contributing to multiple Premier League titles and the club's 2023 Champions League triumph. The transfer is seen as a major coup for Fenerbahçe as they bolster their defense ahead of the new season. No financial details or contract length were disclosed in the initial announcement.
RecordNathan Aké leaves Manchester City to join Fenerbahçe
Dutch defender Nathan Aké has signed with Turkish club Fenerbahçe, ending his six-year tenure at Manchester City. The 31-year-old, who joined City in 2020 from Bournemouth, made 177 appearances for the Citizens and won multiple Premier League titles. Aké's move marks his first departure from English football since turning professional, having previously played for Chelsea, Reading, Watford, and Bournemouth. He will join Fenerbahçe after his vacation, which began following the Netherlands' elimination from the 2026 World Cup in the round of 32 against Morocco. Aké, who has 62 caps and 5 goals for the Netherlands, played in only 18 Premier League matches last season, less than half of City's games.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footNathan Aké leaves Manchester City to join Fenerbahçe
Dutch defender Nathan Aké has signed with Turkish club Fenerbahçe, ending his six-year tenure at Manchester City. The 31-year-old finalized the agreement on Friday and will join his new team after a vacation following the Netherlands' elimination from the 2026 World Cup, which ended in a round of 32 penalty shootout loss to Morocco. Aké played in fewer than half of Manchester City's Premier League matches last season (18 games), contributing to 177 total appearances for the club. This transfer marks the first time in his professional career that Aké will play outside England, having previously played for Chelsea, Reading, Watford, and Bournemouth before joining Manchester City in 2020. He has earned 62 caps and scored 5 goals for the Netherlands national team.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footNathan Aké leaves Manchester City and joins Fenerbahçe
Dutch international defender Nathan Aké has officially left Manchester City to join Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe, as confirmed by the club on July 3, 2026. Aké, who had been relegated to a supporting role at Manchester City in recent months, signed a contract with Fenerbahçe despite his existing City contract running until 2027. The transfer was finalized shortly after the Netherlands' elimination by Morocco in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. During his time at Manchester City from 2020, Aké made 175 appearances and scored 10 goals, contributing to four Premier League titles and the club's historic 2023 Champions League victory. Fenerbahçe announced that Aké will join their Austria training camp after a rest period.
Foot Mercato : Info Transferts Football - Actu Foot TransfertFenerbahçe Officially Announces Signing of Dutch Defender Nathan Aké
Turkish Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe has officially announced the signing of Dutch national team center-back Nathan Aké. The club confirmed that an agreement was reached and a contract was signed with the player. Aké, who represented the Netherlands in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, will travel to Austria after his holiday to join the team's training camp. The announcement was made via Fenerbahçe's official website and reported by Hupu Soccer on July 3rd. The transfer appears to have been sudden, with no prior rumors reported by fans.
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