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Fenerbahce star Cengiz Under joins arch-rivals Besiktas on loan

Cengiz Under of Fenerbahce in action in football match. (AA Photo)
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Cengiz Under of Fenerbahce in action in football match. (AA Photo)
September 08, 2025 12:48 PM GMT+03:00

As the Super Lig resumes after the international break, one of the most striking headlines of the transfer window has emerged in Istanbul.

Fenerbahce have officially confirmed that winger Cengiz Under has joined arch-rivals Besiktas on loan until the end of the 2025-26 season, with an option to buy.

https://x.com/Fenerbahce/status/1964950657045258545

'Wishing injury-free season'

Fenerbahce announced the move through an official club statement:

“Our club has reached an agreement with Besiktas regarding the loan transfer of our player Cengiz Under until the end of the season, with a purchase option included. We wish our player a season free from injuries.”

Fenerbahce's player Cengiz Under during Fenerbahce's match against France's Strasbourg team in a preparation match during their Austria camp, July 13, 2024, Austria. (AA Photo)
Fenerbahce's player Cengiz Under during Fenerbahce's match against France's Strasbourg team in a preparation match during their Austria camp, July 13, 2024, Austria. (AA Photo)

Besiktas welcome

Besiktas also issued a formal statement to confirm the deal:

“Professional football player Cengiz Under has joined Besiktas JK temporarily until the end of the 2025-26 season, with an option to buy. We wish him success in our historic jersey.”

The Black-and-White Club also shared the slogan “Welcome to our Besiktas” across their official platforms, celebrating the arrival of the Türkiye international.

Financial details

According to reports, the loan deal does not include a mandatory purchase clause. The buy option is set at €6 million ($7,06 million), and the player’s wages will be shared between the two clubs.

Turkish international Cengiz Under’s transfer to Los Angeles FC (LAFC) has attracted attention due to racist reaction from Armenian supporter group, Los Armenios. (Collage prepared by Türkiye Today)
Turkish international Cengiz Under’s transfer to Los Angeles FC (LAFC) has attracted attention due to racist reaction from Armenian supporter group, Los Armenios. (Collage prepared by Türkiye Today)

Player history and recent form

  • Cengiz Under, 28, joined Fenerbahce from Olympique de Marseille in August 2023 for a transfer fee of €15 million.
  • He made 43 appearances for the Yellow Canaries, contributing 9 goals and 7 assists.
  • Last season, after featuring in just nine matches during the first half of the campaign, he was loaned to MLS side Los Angeles FC.
September 08, 2025 12:48 PM GMT+03:00
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