European side make unexpected loan offer for Jhon Duran as Al Nassr forward set to make decision on future

Jhon Duran is expected to make a decision about his future "shortly" as a handful of clubs from around Europe continue to be linked, including Turkish side Fenerbahce, who have tabled an extraordinary loan offer.

The 21-year-old striker is being strongly linked with a move away from Saudi Arabia, just five months after joining Al Nassr for a reported £64 million.

Having signed a lucrative five-and-a-half-year contract worth £16.7 million per year, which equates to around £46,000-a-day, Duran has since scored a respectable 12 goals in 18 appearances for his new club.

But a report from Al-Riyadh claims the former Aston Villa forward has faced issues playing in Saudi that have ‘affected his mental state and technical stability’.

It is said Al Nassr are exploring the possibility of letting him leave the club on loan, and a number of clubs have 'expressed a willingness' to sign the player ahead of the 2025/26 campaign, including Super Lig outfit Fenerbahce.

In fact, Fenerbahce have tabled a hefty loan offer of €16 million (£13.7m] for Duran for the 2025/26 campaign.

That fee includes his full annual wage, according to Haber Global journalist Sercan Hamzaoğlu, who claims the player is expected to make a decision shortly.

Premier League clubs are also interested in bringing Duran back to England

Al Nassr are open to sanctioning a temporary exit, according to TEAMtalk, who claim West Ham are among six Premier League clubs chasing a move for Duran.

West Ham are thought to view the striker as a potentially 'valuable addition to their attacking ranks' and a player who could add 'energy and goal-scoring instinct' to their squad.

The Hammers failed in their attempts to sign Duran in January, when Aston Villa rejected a bid worth £57 million. Graham Potter, meanwhile, is known to be a big admirer of the player.

As well as West Ham, it is said Wolves and Fulham are also ready to compete for the Colombian alongside three other unnamed Premier League clubs.

Duran is already being linked with a move away from Saudi. Image credit: Getty

Why did Duran join Al Nassr?

Speaking after his move, Duran insisted that money was not the reason he joined the club.

"Money doesn't move me," he told Al Nassr's TV channel. "I'm happy with this step. Many people speculate, but only my family, my agent and I know the reasons behind my decision.

"It's not a step back, the league is competitive with many stars. People who think otherwise should watch me play on the field. I am thrilled to learn from the best football star in the world [Ronaldo]. I'm looking forward to growing alongside him."