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Fenerbahce’s head coach Domenico Tedesco is under scrutiny after the yellow-navy team managed only one win in four official matches under his leadership. German media outlets highlighted that the Italian coach, trained in Germany, has yet to meet expectations, and some suggest that the recent change in club presidency could mark a turning point in his tenure.
Fenerbahce suffered a 3-1 loss to Dinamo Zagreb in the first week of the UEFA Europa League. The team’s performance fell far short of expectations, failing to win a match that was considered relatively manageable. Criticism quickly focused on Tedesco, with questions raised about his tactical decisions and squad management.
Fussball Transfers published an article titled “Has Tedesco Already Reached the End of the Road?”, outlining the rapid changes at Fenerbahce:
The article emphasized that football at top Turkish clubs is fast-moving and high-pressure, making Tedesco’s position precarious.
Beyond results, critics pointed to Tedesco’s unconventional squad selections. In the 3-1 loss to Dinamo Zagreb, Asensio and right-back Nelson Semedo were deployed as a double defensive midfield pairing, a choice that puzzled analysts and fans alike.
The loss also drew attention in Croatia, where local media described Fenerbahce’s performance as lacking initiative, stating that the team was overwhelmed on the pitch.
With just one victory in four matches, the German-Italian coach now finds himself in the middle of a club in transition, facing both media scrutiny and pressure from the board and supporters.
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