Fenerbahce were unable to capitalise on Florentino's second-half red card as they played out a goalless draw with Benfica in the first leg of their Champions League play-off. Florentino was dismissed in the 71st minute for an accumulation of two yellow cards in the space of 138 seconds, but Benfica held firm in his absence in Istanbul. It leaves the tie finely poised heading into the second leg, which takes place next Wednesday in Lisbon.
Bryan Zaragoza has rejected a move to Fenerbahçe, despite the Turkish side's willingness to pay a fee in the low double-digit million range. The deal fell through as Zaragoza turned down the move.
Hakan Calhanoglu's situation has become complicated with Inter Milan's sporting director emphasizing his importance, while rumors swirl about possible transfers to Galatasaray or Fenerbahce.