Fabinho, the Brazilian midfielder, has officially joined Trabzonspor on a two-year deal, as announced by the Turkish club on Monday. The 32-year-old player, who was previously a free agent after his tenure at Saudi club Al-Ittihad, will reportedly earn 4 million euros (approximately $4.66 million) annually. This salary is significantly lower than the 17 million euros that Trabzonspor will pay his former Liverpool teammate, Mohamed Salah, who has made a remarkable impact since his arrival.
Fabinho's career has been marked by significant achievements, including playing a pivotal role in AS Monaco's victory in the French league in 2017. He subsequently transferred to Liverpool, where he became an integral part of Jurgen Klopp's squad. During his time with the Reds, Fabinho celebrated numerous successes, including winning the UEFA Champions League in 2019, the Premier League title in 2020, and the FA Cup in 2022. His experience and skill are expected to bolster Trabzonspor's ambitions in the Turkish league.
Trabzonspor's Ambitions and Salah's Impact
Trabzonspor, which finished third in the Turkish Super Lig last season, is looking to enhance its squad as they prepare for the upcoming challenges. The club is set to face Hungary's Ferencvaros in the second leg of their Europa League playoff tie on Thursday, trailing 1-0 from the first leg. Salah, who was celebrated as a hero upon his arrival in Trabzon earlier this month, made a strong impression by scoring twice in his first league start, showcasing his potential to lead the team forward.
Palmeiras and Manchester City Reach Agreement
In another significant development in the football transfer market, Palmeiras has reportedly agreed to sell winger Allan to Manchester City for 40 million euros (around $46.6 million). A source from the Brazilian club confirmed the verbal agreement on Monday, although the deal has yet to be officially finalized. The 22-year-old Allan, a product of Palmeiras' renowned youth academy, has been making waves in the football scene, following in the footsteps of other academy graduates like Estevao and Endrick, who have recently moved to European clubs.
Allan made his professional debut for Palmeiras last year and has since established himself as a key player. This season, he has netted four goals and provided three assists in 21 matches in the 2026 Brasileirao, where Palmeiras currently leads the standings after 24 rounds. Additionally, he has contributed to the Copa Libertadores campaign, scoring once and assisting twice in eight appearances, helping his team reach the quarter-finals.
