CLOSED: Muriqi leaves Mallorca... and Spain

Vedat Muriqi is one step away from closing his chapter at Mallorca and returning to Fenerbahçe, the club where he regained European recognition before landing in LaLiga. The operation has gained momentum after Aziz Yildirim's electoral victory, who made the signing of the Kosovar striker one of his major campaign promises.

Muriqi accelerates his departure from Mallorca towards Turkey

The Kosovar has been in Turkey for days awaiting the political outcome at Fenerbahçe. With Yildirim back in the presidency, the path is almost clear. The forward is believed to have agreed to a three-season contract, until 2029, and the agreement between clubs is well advanced pending finalizing the last details.

At Mallorca, they understand that the departure is a matter of hours. The relegation to the Segunda has completely changed the economic and sports scenario of the Balearic club. Selling Vedat Muriqi would help alleviate financial burdens, reduce a high salary, and open a new phase in squad planning to compete in another category.

Fenerbahçe wins the race for a striker linked with top LaLiga clubs

Fenerbahçe has acted decisively. While other clubs were watching, Yildirim used Muriqi's return as an electoral argument and initiated contacts before the elections. The rumored amount is around €15.5 million, with possible adjustments in variables. Lazio will also receive a share for the rights linked to profit.

Muriqi was not just any name in the market. His season at Mallorca, with 23 goals, put him in the spotlight of several teams in need of goals. In recent weeks, there were rumors placing him in the orbits of Barcelona and in the talks for the forward line of Real Madrid. In both cases, as a physical, experienced alternative with immediate performance.

Mallorca loses its main offensive reference

For Mallorca, the departure represents an obvious sporting blow. Vedat Muriqi was much more than a goal scorer: he was an emotional leader, a support point, and a competitive symbol. His impact in LaLiga did not go unnoticed. The Kosovar delivered decisive performances, punished top defenses, and supported the team even in the most delicate moments.

The issue was that his continuity had become almost impossible. The new context required listening to proposals, especially for a player with a market value and significant salary. In addition, Fenerbahçe offers the striker a familiar environment. He was already idolized there, understands the pressure, and has the direct support of the new president.

Vedat Muriqi chooses to be a protagonist again

The decision also stems from a sporting aspect. Vedat Muriqi wants to continue competing in a demanding environment, with European ambitions and a project built around him. In Turkey, he will have immediate responsibility. Fenerbahçe needs a dominant striker, strong in the box, and capable of quickly connecting with a fan base that already knows him.

For Mallorca, the operation could be a painful but necessary departure. Earning over 15 million for a 32-year-old player allows a reconstruction of the project. The move also confirms the strength of the Turkish market, increasingly aggressive when it identifies opportunities in Spanish clubs forced to sell after a tough season.

Vedat Muriqi is leaving a mark, goals, and character. His farewell to Mallorca seems imminent, and LaLiga loses one of its most uncomfortable forwards.

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