Ahead of the mid-season transfer window, Fenerbahçe is looking to the Brazilian market for a midfielder, a reinforcement that was requested by coach Emre Belözoğlu. The club has been observing André Luiz, a 20-year-old Brazilian midfielder from Corinthians, and his teammate Breno Bidon. It is reported that Fenerbahçe has evaluated the performance of Luiz. He has contributed 4 goals and 2 assists in 24 league games this season. The club has also gathered information on his transfer conditions. Officials from the club have made initial contact with the agents of both players to discuss transfer terms and the players' views on a potential move to Europe. Although these talks are alleged to have occurred, there is no confirmed information that an official offer has been made to Corinthians for André Luiz. Fenerbahçe continues to observe his development. The midfielder has one cap for Brazil. He joined Corinthians in August 2025 and has a contract until the end of 2029. His Transfermarkt valuation is €16.00M. Olympiakos Piraeus and Nottingham Forest have also been mentioned in connection with the player.