Fenerbahçe squad updates ahead of upcoming Rizespor fixture
Fenerbahçe has finalized its traveling roster for the Rizespor match, featuring the return of Mert Hakan Yandaş while excluding the injured Mert Müldür.
Mehmet Şahinoğlu ·
Squad adjustments for away fixture
Fenerbahçe has officially confirmed the traveling party for their upcoming seventh-week Trendyol Super League encounter against Çaykur Rizespor. The roster announcement highlights a significant return to the midfield, though defensive options remain limited due to ongoing health concerns.
Return of a key midfielder
The most notable inclusion in the squad is Mert Hakan Yandaş. Having served a suspension that was previously adjusted by disciplinary authorities, the midfielder is now eligible for selection by head coach İsmail Kartal. His availability provides the coaching staff with additional tactical depth as the team prepares for the away challenge.
Defensive absence confirmed
Conversely, the team will be without defender Mert Müldür for this trip. Reports indicate that the player is currently sidelined following a surgical procedure performed in Austria. His recovery remains the primary focus, necessitating his exclusion from the matchday group traveling to Rize.
League momentum and objectives
As the domestic competition resumes following the international break, the Istanbul-based club aims to maintain its current standing in the league table. Securing three points in this away fixture is viewed as a critical step in their campaign. The squad has concluded its final preparations, with the coaching staff now focusing on tactical execution for the upcoming match.