Nathan Ake has signed for Turkish side Fenerbahce after six years at Manchester City, with the transfer confirmed on July 4 and subject to international clearance [1, 2, 3]. The 31-year-old Netherlands defender joined City from Bournemouth in 2020 and made 177 appearances across all competitions during his time at the club [1, 2, 3].
The transfer fee is expected to be around £7 million, potentially rising to £8.5 million with add-ons [1]. Ake's final season at Manchester City saw limited action under Pep Guardiola, with just 17 starts across all competitions, including six in the Premier League [1]. His playing time was hampered by injuries, but he featured in both the League Cup final victory over Arsenal and the FA Cup final win against Chelsea [2, 3].
During his spell with Manchester City, Ake won 12 major honours, including four Premier League titles, one Champions League, the FIFA Club World Cup, two FA Cups, two League Cups, the Community Shield, and the UEFA Super Cup [2, 3]. Reflecting on his time at the club, Ake said, "It’s been a privilege to represent Manchester City over the past six years and I’m so grateful to have been part of a special team" [2].
In recent months, Ake represented the Netherlands at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, playing three matches before their elimination by Morocco in the last 32 [1]. Fenerbahce’s presidential candidate Aziz Yildirim expressed eagerness to secure Ake’s signature [1].
Fenerbahce confirmed Ake will join their squad training in Austria once the necessary international clearance is completed [1]. The transfer is expected to be finalized shortly as negotiations concluded during the summer of 2026 [1].
