Fenerbahçe Faces Contract Crisis with Joao Pedro
A new crisis has emerged for Fenerbahçe regarding the transfer of Joao Pedro from Cagliari during the 2022 summer transfer window. Currently on loan at Gremio in Brazil, Joao Pedro is set to return to Fenerbahçe at the end of the season. However, the Yellow-Navy Blue officials are reluctant to continue with the 32-year-old player.
Demands for 2.5 Million Euros
Recently, Pedro’s agent unexpectedly arrived in Istanbul for a meeting, where Fenerbahçe offered 1 million Euros for the contract termination fee. It was revealed that the Brazilian striker’s agent demanded the full annual fee of 2.5 million Euros. Further discussions between both parties are scheduled in the coming days as Fenerbahçe aims to part ways with Pedro with minimal losses.
Below Average Performance
Joao Pedro played 34 matches for Gremio, scoring 4 goals and providing 1 assist. His performance fell below expectations, raising concerns about his future with the team.