Devotees (7)
'devotees' is the definition.
('fan' can be a synonym of 'devotee')
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for fans that I've seen before include "They create currents of air" , "Devices for creating currents of air" , "Enthusiasts" , "Supporters" , "Aficionados" .)
(Another definition for fanclub that I've seen is " followers".)