Cristiano Ronaldo's strike partner Anderson Talisca is all set to complete his transfer from Al-Nassr to Fenerbahce.
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Talisca set to leave Al-NassrWill sign for Fenerbahce this weekNew contract valid until June 2026Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱Getty Images SportWHAT HAPPENED?
Per , Jose Mourinho-managed Fenerbahce has agreed on a deal with the Saudi Pro League giants and the Brazilian is expected to formally complete his transfer this week. Talisca will undergo a medical in Istanbul in the coming days before signing the contract, which will be valid until June 2026.
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The Turkish side has been chasing the 30-year-old attacker since early December as Mourinho was looking to bolster his attack in the second half of the season to remain in the title race along with league leaders Galatasaray, who currently enjoy a six-point lead at the top. Talisca, who remained sidelined with a muscle injury for more than a month in the last part of 2024, has appeared in 10 Saudi league games for Al-Nassr this season, scoring six goals.
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Before heading to Saudi Arabia, the Brazilian played for Portuguese giants Benfica and also spent two seasons in Turkey at Besiktas on loan between 2016 and 2018. Along with Sadio Mane and Cristiano Ronaldo, he formed one third of a stellar attacking trio at Al-Nassr and won the Arab Club Championship in 2023.
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Ronaldo and Co will be back in action on Thursday as Al-Nassr take on Al Raed in a Saudi Pro League clash.