Fenerbahce 'emerge as contenders for Donny van de Beek'

The Netherlands international did not depart Erik ten Hag's side before Friday evening's deadline, but the speculation surrounding his future is ongoing.

Clubs in Turkey are still able to bring in new players, with their transfer window not closing until September 15, and Galatasaray were believed to lead the interest in Van de Beek.

However, according to A Spor, Fenerbahce are now firmly in the picture, with the Super Lig outfit currently exploring how much it would cost to sign him.

Fenerbahce have already signed Fred from Man United this summer, and it is understood that the club are determined to pair the former Red Devils teammates in midfield.

Van de Beek was linked with a switch to French outfit Lorient in the latter stages of the transfer window.

However, it is understood that the 26-year-old's attitude towards a move to the Ligue 1 side cost him the chance to secure a switch before the deadline passed.

Lorient are believed to have been unhappy with Van de Beek's conduct, and the club then refused to make a late move despite being contacted by his agent.

Man United gave a clear indication of the midfielder's future on Tuesday when they left him out of their squad for the group stage of the 2023-24 Champions League.

Van de Beek's impressive form for Ajax led to Man United bringing him to Old Trafford in the summer of 2020.

However, the midfielder has found it difficult to show his best form for the 20-time English champions, only managing two goals and two assists in 60 appearances in all competitions.

Van de Beek made 10 appearances in the first