Turkish media reports that Olympiacos is in negotiations with Fred of Fenerbahce. The transfer is regarded as difficult because Fred wants to receive the same €5 million annual contract that he has with the Turkish club. A potential solution is a loan with an option for next summer, which would permit the clubs to share the contract, but this option is currently considered difficult. Turkish sources state that discussions between Olympiacos and Fenerbahce for the 32-year-old midfielder are ongoing. If Fenerbahce acquires Kante, Fred will leave. Reporter @AYemeniciler states that Fred is already in talks with Olympiacos and that he will definitely leave if Kante arrives.

Olympiacos has been in contact with both the management of Fenerbahce and Fred's agent regarding a potential move. The consideration is for a loan with a non-mandatory purchase option for the summer. Discussions between Olympiacos and Fenerbahce are at an advanced stage, and the transfer could happen if Olympiacos makes a final decision and secures the player's agreement. The sums under negotiation are more reasonable than those reported in Turkey. Olympiacos has shown serious interest in acquiring Fred.

Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu reports that Olympiacos has submitted an official offer for Fred.

Turkish journalist Sercan Hamzaoglu reported that Olympiacos made a verbal offer to Fenerbahce for Fred but cannot meet the amount the footballer demands. Hamzaoglu also reported that Fred earns 5 million euros annually at Fenerbahce and is unwilling to leave the club unless he receives the same contract from another club.