Fenerbahce is unwilling to pay 15 million termination fee, Mourinho may leave Terzici becomes a popular successor

According to the authoritative Turkish media "Fanatik", although the record this season is acceptable, Fenerbahce's senior executives are disappointed with head coach Mourinho's coaching performance and have begun to find a new coach to replace the "madman". Former Dortmund coach Edin Teerzić, 41, has become a popular candidate.

Mourinho officially took over Fenerbahce last summer, which once caused a sensation in the Turkish Premier League. As one of the most prestigious head coaches in European football, his arrival is seen as an important step in Fenerbahce's reshaping his glory, and the management has high hopes for it. However, after a season, the reality seems unsatisfactory.

Although Fenerbahce currently has 25 wins, 6 draws and 3 losses in the Turkish Premier League, ranking second in points, but his performance in key battles has repeatedly disappointed. The team was not only suppressed by old rival Galatasaray in direct conversations, but also eliminated early in the cup. Under Mourinho's command, the team lacks creativity on the offensive end, and the mid- and backcourt system frequently exposes defensive problems.

In the eyes of some Fener fans and commentators, Mourinho's tactical system is too conservative and incompatible with the overall rhythm and technical and tactical style of the Turkish Premier League. In contrast, Galatasaray won consecutive victories in the sprint stage of the season and has now established an 8-point advantage in the league. With two rounds left in the league, Fenerbahce has basically missed the championship, which made the club's senior management quite dissatisfied.

What makes Fenerbahce even more troublesome is that Mourinho has one year left in the contract with the team, and the contract contains a termination clause of up to 15 million euros. The management is currently unwilling to pay for the fee and is seeking a "peaceful breakup" way to terminate the contract with Mourinho.

Meanwhile, the club has turned its attention to potential successors, with former Dortmund coach Edin Teerzić becoming the first choice. It is reported that Terzici served as Bilic's assistant coach from 2013 to 2015, and played for two years in the Turkish Super League powerhouse Besiktas. This experience gave him a deep understanding of the environment and pressure of the Turkish League, which was regarded as a major advantage by Fenerbahce's senior executives.

According to Fanatik, once the contract is terminated with Mourinho, Fenerbahce will contact Terzici as soon as possible. If the negotiations are not going well, the club will consider other coach candidates.

Although Mourinho himself has not made a public statement yet, judging from the current situation, his coaching cycle in Fenerbahce is likely to come to an end. For this famous coach who has coached his experience in all five major leagues, the Turkish Super League journey may also become a controversial footnote in his legendary coaching career.