Saint-Maximin quits Fenerbahçe amid controversy and accusations | OneFootball

In recent months, as highlighted by Goal.com, Napoli saw Allan Saint-Maximin as the perfect opportunity to fill the gap left by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The club's executives focused on the flair and speed of the former Newcastle French player, so much so that during the January transfer market, the deal seemed headed for a positive closure. But something went wrong.

From Napoli's dream to Mexico: Saint-Maximin concludes with Fenerbahçe amid controversies and accusations

The offensive winger was on loan from Al Ahli to Fenerbahçe, and although Napoli had reached a general agreement with the Saudi club, the insurmountable obstacle was the agreement with the Turks, which never materialized. In the end, the Neapolitan club turned to another solution, Okafor, while the Frenchman remained in a stalemate. Today, Saint-Maximin is preparing to completely turn the page. According to journalist Cesar Luis Merlo, the forward is about to move to Mexico to wear the Club América jersey. The deal, now in its final stages, involves a permanent transfer for 12 million dollars and a four-year contract with an option until 2029.

This closes a turbulent chapter in the French playmaker's career. His stint at Fenerbahçe was marked not only by underwhelming performances but also by serious accusations against the club: in an interview with YouTuber Zack Nani, Saint-Maximin openly spoke about attempts to administer doping substances and external pressures that led him to experience a context "outside of football."

Andrea Alati

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