Abideen arrives in Istanbul following a strong two-year spell with rival club ABB Fomget, where she impressed as a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, scoring 15 goals in 41 appearances.
Strengthening Fenerbahçe’s Nigerian Core
The signing brings the number of Nigerian players at Fenerbahçe to three:
- Regina Otu — Key midfield anchor
- Flourish Sabastine — Dynamic forward
- Suliat Olajumoke Abideen — Versatile attacking/central midfielder
Otu and Sabastine played pivotal roles in Fenerbahçe’s successful 2025/26 Turkish league title campaign. With Abideen now on board, the Yellow Canaries boast a formidable Nigerian contingent as they prepare to defend their domestic crown and compete in Europe.
Opportunity on the European Stage
Abideen first rose to prominence after helping Edo Queens win the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) title in 2024. Her move to Fenerbahçe offers her the platform to showcase her talents in the UEFA Women’s Champions League (UWCL) qualifying rounds, following the club’s league success.
This transfer further highlights the growing influence of Nigerian talent in top women’s leagues across Europe and Turkey.
Welcome to Fenerbahçe, Suliat Olajumoke Abideen! Best wishes for a successful season with the champions.