Ernest Poku completes loan switch from Bayer Leverkusen to Besiktas
Dutch forward Ernest Poku has joined Turkish Süper Lig side Besiktas on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, with an automatic purchase clause included in the deal.
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Fiorentina revive Bakayoko pursuit as Poku move collapses and winger joins Besiktas
Fiorentina have reignited their interest in RB Leipzig winger Johan Bakayoko after failing to secure Ernest Poku, who is now set to join Besiktas under former Viola coach Vincenzo Italiano.
Ernest Poku set for Beşiktaş medical as Bayer Leverkusen exit nears
Bayer Leverkusen player Ernest Poku is scheduled to undergo a medical examination in Istanbul tomorrow ahead of a loan move to Beşiktaş. The Turkish side have agreed to pay €3 million for the loan with an option to make the transfer permanent for €20 million.
Besiktas enter race for Juventus winger Nico Gonzalez with loan proposal
Turkish side Besiktas have emerged as contenders for Juventus winger Nico Gonzalez, offering a loan with option to buy as Atletico Madrid, Napoli and Milan also monitor the situation.
Monaco raise Ghedjemis bid as Frosinone hold out for €20m
Monaco have reportedly increased their bid for Frosinone winger Fares Ghedjemis as the Italian club hold out for close to €20m. The Algeria international is also attracting interest from Besiktas, Celtic and Rangers.
Besiktas confirm Vlahovic interest but admit striker favours top-five leagues
Besiktas sporting director Onder Ozen has confirmed interest in Dusan Vlahovic but acknowledged the striker prefers a move to one of Europe’s major leagues, while revealing talks with Mohamed Salah have stalled over excessive demands.
Werder Bremen join chase for ex-Bundesliga defender Uduokhai
Werder Bremen have emerged as the latest Bundesliga club interested in signing Felix Uduokhai from Besiktas, where the defender has played just 15 league games this season.
Bologna reject Besiktas bid and set €25m price for Jhon Lucumi
Bologna have rejected a €12m plus Jean Onana offer from Besiktas for Jhon Lucumi, setting a €25m cash-only asking price for the Colombia defender.
Besiktas set deadline for Vlahovic as patience wears thin
Besiktas are preparing to set Dusan Vlahovic a deadline to decide on their offer after growing frustration with the striker’s conduct during negotiations. The Turkish club face Midtjylland in Europa League qualifying and want clarity.
Schalke in talks to sign Uduokhai from Beşiktaş
Schalke have opened negotiations with Beşiktaş to bring defender Felix Uduokhai back to the Bundesliga on loan. The 27-year-old centre-back is keen on the move to Gelsenkirchen.