Nathan Aké leaves Manchester City and joins Fenerbahçe

Published: July 14, 2026

By: Manu Tournoux

Condemned to a supporting role at Manchester City in recent months, Nathan Aké will offer himself a new challenge. The Dutch international (62 caps, 5 goals) officially signed with the Turkish club Fenerbahçe, while his contract ran until 2027 with the Skyblues. His future was decided following the elimination of the Netherlands against Morocco in the round of 16 of the World Cup.

“Our club has reached an agreement with Dutch national team player Nathan Aké and signed a contract with the club. Our new player, who wore the Dutch colors during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, will join our team on training in Austria after his rest period.indicates Fenerbahçe. Arriving at Manchester City in 2020, Aké will have played 175 matches for 10 goals in the colors of the Skyblues. He had contributed to writing the most beautiful page in the club’s history by winning the Champions League in 2023, but also 4 Premier Leagues.

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