Arsenal have reached an agreement with Besiktas for the sale of winger Leandro Trossard, the Premier League club confirmed. The 31-year-old Belgium international is set to depart the Emirates Stadium after three and a half years, with the Turkish side formally announcing that negotiations for his permanent transfer are under way.
The versatile forward moved to the Gunners from Brighton in January 2023 and leaves having made a significant impact during his time in north London. Across his tenure with the club, Trossard made 174 appearances in all competitions, scoring 36 goals and establishing himself as a reliable option in Mikel Arteta’s attacking unit.
Title success and decisive contributions
Trossard played a crucial role in Arsenal’s Premier League triumph last season, a victory that ended a 22-year wait for the domestic crown. The Belgian contributed six goals in 31 league appearances, delivering consistent performances from various attacking positions.
Among his most significant contributions was a late winner against West Ham in May, a result that proved vital as the Gunners navigated the pressure of the title race. His technical quality and ability to perform in high-stakes moments made him an important figure during a historic campaign.
European final farewell
The Belgian’s last outing for the club came in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in Budapest. He started the match and provided the assist for Kai Havertz’s early goal in a contest that finished 1-1 before the Gunners suffered the disappointment of defeat on penalties.
That assist in the Hungarian capital capped a European run in which the winger demonstrated his big-game temperament, even as the team fell short of continental glory in the decisive shootout.
Transfer progression and statements
Arsenal released a brief statement confirming the development: “We have reached an agreement with Besiktas for the permanent transfer of Leandro Trossard. We will provide a further update once the transfer has been completed.”
Besiktas also acknowledged the progress of the deal on their official website, stating: “Negotiations have commenced with professional football player Leandro Trossard and his club Arsenal regarding his permanent transfer.”
The departure of the experienced wide player represents a notable change to Arteta’s attacking options following the title-winning campaign. While the transfer is not yet fully concluded, with final formalities still pending, the agreement between the two clubs represents a significant step towards the 31-year-old continuing his career in the Turkish Super Lig.