Fabinho has joined Trabzonspor on a free transfer from Al Ittihad, agreeing to a €7 million annual salary. The 32-year-old Brazilian midfielder is set to arrive at Trabzon Airport at 11:30 a.m. local time on Monday via private flight.
What are Fabinho's career achievements and background?
Fabinho made 219 appearances for Liverpool, winning the Champions League in 2019 and the Premier League in the 2019-20 season. After joining Al Ittihad in 2023, he played 111 matches and helped the club win the Saudi Pro League and King's Cup in the 2024-25 season. In the 2025-26 campaign, he started all 30 league matches, scoring one goal and providing three assists.
How does Trabzonspor's current situation shape this signing?
Trabzonspor currently sits 4th in the Süper Lig with 4 points from two games (1W-1D-0L), trailing leaders Gençlerbirliği S.K. by two points. Their last result was a 1-1 draw against Kasımpaşa on August 15, 2026, and recent form over the last five matches reads 1W-2D-2L (DLWDL). Mohamed Salah remains the team's top scorer this season with two goals in two appearances.
What does Fabinho's transfer mean for Trabzonspor's summer budget?
This marks Trabzonspor's second major free-agent signing of the season, following Mohamed Salah's two-year deal earlier this month. Salah's contract includes an annual salary of €10 million and a €7 million signing fee per season, guaranteeing €17 million per campaign. As one of Turkey's 'Big Four' clubs, Trabzonspor has won seven Süper Lig titles (most recently 2021-22) and secured Europa League qualification via last season's Turkish Cup triumph.
What will Fabinho's first day in Trabzon look like?
Fabinho is expected to land at Trabzon Airport at 11:30 a.m. local time on Monday aboard a private flight. A Trabzonspor official confirmed: "We are pleased to confirm Fabinho's arrival and welcome him to the Black Sea side." Fabinho himself said: "I am excited to join Trabzonspor and contribute to the team's ambitions."
How might Fabinho influence Trabzonspor's Europa League playoff tie?
Trabzonspor faces Ferencvaros in the Europa League playoff round after losing the first leg 1-0 at home last week. The return leg is scheduled for August 27 in Budapest. Fabinho's arrival could bolster midfield depth ahead of the crucial second leg. For updated standings and upcoming fixtures, visit our standings and fixtures pages.
