Fenerbahçe announced on their official website on Thursday that the club have signed France international midfielder Mattéo Guendouzi from Lazio.

According to the Turkish Süper Lig giants' official statement, Guendouzi has signed on a long-term four-and-a-half-year deal with the club which runs until the summer of 2030. He will also wear the number 6 jersey which was vacated following the departure of Ghana international center-back Alexander Djiku.

After completing his transfer procedures, Guendouzi, who was interviewed by the Fenerbahçe official website for the first time, said: "First of all, I want to thank everyone who contributed to this transfer. It wasn't easy. From the first time I heard about it, I really wanted to come here, and I did."

"I feel very proud. Fenerbahçe is one of the greatest clubs in the world with a glorious history. Our president also introduced me to our club, our fans, and our goals. I'm very happy and excited to be here."

"I know our fans and the passionate atmosphere they create. I can't wait to play my first game in front of them. I hope we can win victories and trophies together here."

About Mattéo Guendouzi

The 26-year-old Guendouzi was born on April 14, 1999, in Poissy, France. He is 1.85 meters tall and primarily plays as a center midfielder, but can also play as a defensive midfielder or attacking midfielder. He holds dual French and Moroccan citizenship.

Guendouzi joined Paris Saint-Germain's youth academy at the age of six, then moved to Lorient's youth academy in 2014, before completing his Lorient first-team debut in October 2016.

In July 2018, Guendouzi joined Arsenal for £7 million.

During his two-year spell with the Gunners, despite reaching the Europa League final once, Guendouzi was repeatedly criticized for his consistently poor attitude.

In October 2020, Guendouzi was loaned-out to Hertha Berlin.

The following July, Guendouzi was loaned-out to Marseille, with his ownership rights being permanently purchased the following summer for £9 million.

On the 2023 summer transfer window deadline day, Guendouzi was loaned-out to Lazio, with his ownership rights being permanently purchased the following summer for €18 million.

During his two-and-a-half-year spell with I Biancocelesti, Guendouzi made 111 appearances for the Serie A powerhouse in all competitions, scoring 6 goals and providing 10 assists.