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Brahim Díaz, a 27-year-old forward, is the focus of the latest Real Madrid news as he is one of the targets for the January transfer window for Fenerbahçe. The Turkish club is preparing an offer for the Moroccan international and aims to involve Arda Güler to facilitate discussions with the player and with Real Madrid.
The interest was reported by journalist Niccolò Righi, who mentioned initial contacts towards the end of October. Brahim is under contract until June 30, 2027, with an estimated market value of around 35 million euros.
🟡🔵 Fenerbahçe is starting efforts to sign Brahim Diaz from Real Madrid, whose contract will expire at the end of the season. The club's management, who aims to convince Diaz to come to Istanbul, is considering seeking support from their former player Arda Güler to achieve this. https://t.co/p90m0Jz0Nu
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Fenerbahçe is preparing their move for Brahim Díaz
Fenerbahçe aims to strengthen their attack during the winter transfer window and sees Brahim Díaz as an option to enhance Ismail Kartal's alternatives. The initial performances of Kerem Aktürkoglu and Oguz Aydin have led the coaching staff to request another player for that position.
Brahim's sporting situation fuels the interest. The player currently does not have a fixed place in José Mourinho's plans and must compete for minutes within a squad with several attacking options. Apart from Fenerbahçe, Brahim also has an offer from AC Milan.
His scenario changes when he plays for Morocco, where he has a more prominent role. This disparity between club and national team is one of the arguments that Fenerbahçe could use to offer him a more significant role from January onwards.
Brahim has played over 160 official matches for Real Madrid across different periods and has scored around 20 goals. Since returning from Milan in 2023, he has had a regular role in the rotation but has not secured a permanent starting position.
Arda Güler can assist Fenerbahçe in the deal
The Turkish strategy includes a familiar face: Arda Güler. According to reports from Italy, Fenerbahçe intends to enlist the midfielder to help approach Brahim Díaz and improve the atmosphere for a potential negotiation with Real Madrid.
Güler is well acquainted with the Istanbul club, where he was developed before joining Madrid in 2023. This relationship explains why the sports management believes he can act as a bridge between the parties.
His involvement does not indicate a real possibility of him leaving Madrid. Arda Güler, 21 years old, is currently under contract until 2029 and has already reached an agreement to extend it until 2031, along with improved financial conditions.
Güler has gained prominence under Mourinho, starting in five matches at the beginning of this season. Therefore, his situation is very different from Brahim's, and Madrid considers him a long-term asset for their plans.

Real Madrid is not yet open to parting with Brahim
Real Madrid has not decided to sell the Moroccan international yet. His contract expires in 2027, and there have been discussions for months about a possible extension, although the club has not officially announced any renewal.
Whether he leaves in January will depend on several factors: Fenerbahçe's financial offer, Mourinho's stance, and the acquisitions Real Madrid may make during the same window.
The next move is expected at the end of October when Fenerbahçe could initiate contacts. It will then be revealed whether Güler's assistance helps bring parties closer together and if Real Madrid is willing to consider an offer for Brahim Díaz.
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