Besiktas Istanbul vs. Alanyaspor - December 21, 2023

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90' + 2'

N. Janvier

90'

C. Eduardo

87'

N. Janvier

85'

S. CordovaJ. Novais

80'

N. JanvierL. Fer

80'

F. AksoyE. Karaca

O. Colley

74'

M. RashicaS. Kilicsoy

71'

T. BingolA. Hadziahmetovic

71'

67'

C. EduardoY. Ozdemir

A. RebicJ. Muleka

63'

D. TiknazA. Oxlade-Chamberlain

47'

S. Kilicsoy

45' + 3'

38'

Y. Ozdemir

A. Masuaku

20'

O. Colley

9'

7'

E. Karaca

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Trossard to Sign for BesiktasArsenal title-winner moves in $22M deal (The Athletic)

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Chelsea Goalkeeper Filip Jörgensen Pushing for Summer Move to Beşiktaş - Turkish FootballOut-of-favour Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jörgensen is actively seeking a move away from Stamford Bridge, with Turkish Süper Lig giants Beşiktaş emerging as his preferred destination for the upcoming summer transfer window. According to a report by Turkish outlet Sabah, Beşiktaş are determined to overhaul their squad ahead of the 2026/27...

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Besiktas Eye Move for Liverpool's Long-Serving Defender Joe Gomez - Turkish FootballLiverpool's longest-serving player, Joe Gomez, could be nearing the end of his decade-long stay at Anfield, with Italian giants AC Milan and Turkish side Besiktas reportedly tracking his situation. The 28-year-old defender, who arrived on Merseyside from Charlton Athletic back in 2015, has admitted his future is currently up in...

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Besiktas Eyes Summer Swoop for Liverpool's Federico Chiesa - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş has reportedly launched an ambitious move to sign Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa, with the Italian international in search of more regular playing time, sources have told Turkish-Football. The Black Eagles have already begun monitoring the 28-year-old's situation and have prepared a comprehensive tactical report for the board. Manager Sergen...

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Besiktas Launches Bold €20 Million Bid for Real Madrid Defender Raul Asencio - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have intensified their search for a world-class center-back, reportedly launching a formal €20 million (£17.2m) bid for Real Madrid's rising star Raul Asencio. According to a report from Fanatik, the Black Eagles are determined to overhaul their defensive line following a disappointing domestic campaign. With newly elected President Serdal...

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Beşiktaş Target Chelsea Goalkeeper Filip Jörgensen as Defensive Priority - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have reportedly identified Chelsea's Filip Jörgensen as their primary target to reinforce the goalkeeping position this summer, signaling a bold intent to leverage Premier League talent for their upcoming title challenge, sources have told Turkish-Football. The "Black Eagles" are prepared to test Chelsea's resolve for the 24-year-old Danish international....

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Orkun Kökçü Ignites Beşiktaş: Masterclass Performance Puts Turkish Cup in Sight - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş captain Orkun Kökçü has left fans and critics alike in awe following a dominant display in the Turkish Cup, reinforcing the Black Eagles' status as the favorites to lift the trophy this season. The 25-year-old midfielder, who has been in sensational form since the turn of the year, is...

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Beşiktaş Makes History with Landmark Partnership in Africa: A Club First - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş JK has announced a groundbreaking strategic partnership in Africa, marking a historic milestone as the first institutional initiative of its kind in the club’s long history. A New Frontier in Talent Discovery The "Black Eagles" have officially entered into a wide-ranging cooperation agreement with a prominent sports organization in…

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Besiktas Sets €60 Million Price Tag for Man United Target Orkun Kokcu - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have reportedly adjusted their transfer valuation to €60 million for Orkun Kokcu, following growing interest from across Europe. Sources have told Turkish-Football, that Besiktas directors are aware of Manchester United and Tottenham's interest in the midfielder. The club have conceded that Kokcu could leave this summer but are determined…

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Man United's Altay Bayındır Set for Summer Exit as Besiktas Closes In - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş has officially kickstarted its squad planning for the upcoming season, with a strategic focus on securing the goalkeeper position using domestic talent. The Black Eagles are closing in on Manchester United's Altay Bayındır while securing the future of their own Ersin Destanoğlu, sources have told Turkish-Football. Altay Bayındır Move...

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Besiktas Eyes 'Wonderkid' Jens Hjertø-Dahl as Midfield Reinforcement - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş J.K. has intensified its efforts to sign Norwegian sensation Jens Hjertø-Dahl as part of a strategic move to lower the average age of its midfield while adding elite technical quality. The Winter Disappointment The "Black Eagles" were on the verge of securing the 20-year-old talent during the January transfer...

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Besiktas Identifies Man United Midfielder as Priority Target in Sensational Swap Deal for Wilfred Ndidi - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş has placed Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır at the top of its transfer shortlist for the 2026-2027 season and are considering a high-profile part-exchange deal involving Nigerian star Wilfred Ndidi is on the table, sources have told Turkish-Football. The Goalkeeping Priority Beşiktaş management has decided to overhaul its goalkeeping...

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Besiktas Reveals Record Debt Figures in Latest Financial Update - Turkish FootballDuring the first Supreme Council Council (Divan Kurulu) meeting of 2026, Beşiktaş J.K. officially announced its latest financial standing, revealing a significant increase in the club's total debt mountain. The Debt Breakdown According to the report presented by the club's auditing board, Beşiktaş's total debt has reached 24,362,049,178 Turkish Liras...

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Besiktas Eyeing Nottingham Forest Midfield Powerhouse Ibrahim Sangare - Turkish FootballTurkish giants Beşiktaş are reportedly monitoring the Premier League relegation battle with predatory interest, as they have identified Nottingham Forest's Ibrahim Sangaré as a priority target for their summer rebuild. The Black Eagles are "hoping for relegation" at the City Ground to facilitate a deal for the Ivorian international, sources...

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Besiktas Prepare Summer Swap Deal with Man United For Goalkeeper - Turkish FootballBesiktas are preparing to initiate formal talks with Manchester United for Altay Bayindir, sources have told Turkish-Football.. After a failed attempt to secure the goalkeeper during the winter window, the Istanbul club is now positioning itself to finalize a deal as the summer transfer period approaches. The "Senne Lammens" Factor...

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Man United Revive Interest in Besiktas Star Wilfred Ndidi; Altay Bayındır Swap Back on the Table - Turkish FootballManchester United are reportedly preparing to reignite their pursuit of Beşiktaş midfielder Wilfred Ndidi this summer, with a potential player-plus-cash deal involving Turkish goalkeeper Altay Bayındır gaining momentum, sources have told Turkish-Football. Ndidi, who joined the "Black Eagles" from Leicester City for €8 million at the start of the season,...

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Besiktas Set to Pass on Nottingham Forest Winger Jota Silva - Turkish FootballThe Turkish adventure for Jota Silva appears to be nearing its end. Reports from Turkey indicate that Beşiktaş management has decided not to exercise the purchase option for the winger, signaling a likely return to the Premier League this summer. Despite a promising start to his loan spell, the "Black...

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Tactical Blueprint: Liverpool Tested Galatasaray Aim to Topple Black Eagles with "Shock Press" - Turkish FootballAs the Turkish Süper Lig gears up for one of the most anticipated derbies of the 2025-2026 season, Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has made his intentions clear. While a massive clash with Liverpool looms on the horizon next week, Galatasaray's coaching staff is focused on the past rather than...

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Unstoppable Eagles: Besiktas Extend Unbeaten Run with Gritty Win at Kocaelispor - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş continued their relentless march toward the top of the Trendyol Süper Lig table on Saturday, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Kocaelispor. A second-half header from defender Emmanuel Agbadou was enough to separate the sides in a high-stakes Matchday 24 encounter. The victory marks a significant milestone for Sergen...

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Besiktas Reach Agreement to Sign Man United's Altay Bayındır in £4m Summer Deal - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have reportedly finalized a deal to bring Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır back to Turkey this summer, ending the shot-stopper's difficult spell at Old Trafford. According to a report from Sporx, the Istanbul giants have successfully negotiated a transfer fee in the region of £4 million to secure the...

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Besiktas Eyes Summer Move for Altay Bayindir as Man United Set "Green Light" Price - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş are reportedly making significant strides in their pursuit of Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır, with recent developments suggesting a summer move is becoming increasingly likely, sources have told Turkish-Football. As the "Black Eagles" continue to reshape their squad under the current campaign, the goalkeeping position has emerged as a...

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Besiktas Target Altay Bayindir as Man United Prepare for Summer Exit - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş are preparing a significant move for Turkish international goalkeeper Altay Bayındır, with plans to lure the shot-stopper away from Manchester United during the upcoming summer transfer window, sources have told Turkish-Football. The "Black Eagles" had explored a deal for Bayındır in the final days of the January window; however,...

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Altay Bayindir to Stay at Man United as Besiktas Loan Bid Rebuffed - Turkish FootballAltay Bayındır is set to remain at Manchester United for the remainder of the season after the club rejected a late loan approach from Turkish giants Beşiktaş, according to sources at Turkish-Football. The 27-year-old Turkey international had been a primary target for the "Black Eagles" as they looked to reinforce...

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Besiktas Secure Wolverhampton's Emmanuel Agbadou in Major Deadline Day Coup - Turkish FootballIn a race against the clock, Besiktas has officially bolstered its defensive ranks with the high-profile signing of Emmanuel Agbadou from Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers. The deal was finalized just hours before the Turkish winter transfer window closed, marking the club's fifth major acquisition of the January period. The...

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Besiktas Target Man United's Altay Bayindir as Turkish Transfer Deadline Looms - Turkish FootballWith the Turkish transfer window set to slam shut tomorrow, February 6, Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır has emerged as a primary target for Super Lig giants Beşiktaş. The 27-year-old Turkey international faces an uncertain future at Old Trafford following a dramatic shift in the club's goalkeeping hierarchy. While Bayındır...

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Besiktas Launch Final Hours Bid for Leeds Keeper Illan Meslier - Turkish FootballThe career of Leeds United's Illan Meslier could be headed for a Turkish reboot as Besiktas move to finalize a deal before the Super Lig transfer deadline tonight, Friday, February 6. Once the cornerstone of the Leeds defense, the 25-year-old Frenchman has found himself an outcast at Elland Road following...

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Besiktas Close in on Deal for Leeds United Goalkeeper Illan Meslier - Turkish FootballTurkish giants Beşiktaş have reportedly made a major breakthrough in their pursuit of Leeds United's forgotten man, Illan Meslier, as the Turkish transfer window enters its final 48 hours according to Milliyet. Leeds are reportedly open to a deal if a price can be agreed over his exit. A Dramatic...

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Besiktas Ramp Up Pursuit of Wolves Defender Emmanuel Agbadou - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have reportedly accelerated negotiations with Wolverhampton Wanderers to secure the signing of Ivorian center-back Emmanuel Agbadou before the Turkish transfer window draws to a close. The 28-year-old defender is said to be eager for a move to Istanbul, with the "Black Eagles" making him a defensive priority to shore...

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Besiktas Launch Bold Loan Bid for Liverpool Keeper Giorgi Mamardashvili - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have set their sights on a high-profile reinforcement for their goalmouth, reportedly opening negotiations with Liverpool for Georgian international Giorgi Mamardashvili, according to Santi Aouna of Foot Mercato. The "Black Eagles" are keen to secure the 25-year-old goalkeeper on a temporary basis to bolster their squad for the remainder...

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Besiktas Target Man United's Altay Bayindir in Strategic Loan Move - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have identified Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır as a loan transfer target to reinforce the squad before the winter transfer window slams shut, sources have told Turkish-Football. The "Black Eagles" have reportedly reached out to the English giants with a proposal to bring the Turkish international back to the...

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Wolves Reject €15m Besiktas Bid for Tolu Arokodare Amid Striker Crisis - Turkish FootballPremier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly turned down an opening €15 million offer from Turkish giants Beşiktaş for Nigerian forward Tolu Arokodare. The move comes as Beşiktaş scrambles to fill a void in their frontline following Tammy Abraham's abrupt departure to Aston Villa. With the Super Eagles striker firmly...

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"Not a Farewell, but a Thank You": New Aston Villa Signing Pens Emotional Message to Besiktas - Turkish FootballEngland international Tammy Abraham has officially bid a heartfelt goodbye to Beşiktaş, just six months after his arrival in the Turkish metropolis. Following the confirmation of his £18 million (€21m) permanent transfer to Aston Villa earlier this week, the 28-year-old striker took to social media to express his gratitude to...

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Besiktas Target Liverpool's Tsimikas as "Greek Scouser" Seeks Italian Escape - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have emerged as a primary destination for Liverpool defender Kostas Tsimikas, as the Turkish powerhouse looks to capitalize on the full-back's frustrating loan spell in Serie A. Reports from Turkey, led by journalist Efecan Oztas, indicate that the Black Eagles have already initiated negotiations to bring the 29-year-old to...

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Besiktas Secure Instant £7m Profit as Tammy Abraham Completes Aston Villa Return - Turkish FootballIn a rapid-fire sequence of transactions, Beşiktaş have officially activated their permanent purchase option for Tammy Abraham, clearing the final hurdle for the striker's high-profile return to Aston Villa. The Turkish club confirmed on Monday that they have triggered the mandatory buy clause in Abraham's loan agreement, paying AS Roma...

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Aston Villa Defender Joins Besiktas in Loan-to-Buy Agreement - Turkish FootballAston Villa have confirmed a shift in the developmental path of highly-rated defender Yasin Özcan, recalling the youngster from his stint in Belgium to facilitate a high-profile move to the Turkish Süper Lig. The 19-year-old, who had been on loan at R.S.C. Anderlecht for the first half of the current...

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Survival Stakes: West Ham Fight to Keep Tomas Soucek Amid Besiktas Interest - Turkish FootballAs West Ham United grapple with a grueling battle for Premier League survival, the club now faces the added pressure of potentially losing one of its longest-serving stalwarts. Midfielder Tomas Soucek has reportedly emerged as a target for Turkish giants Beşiktaş, adding another layer of complexity to the Hammers' January...

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Transfer Standoff: Beşiktaş and Wolves Clashing Over €1m Fee in Agbadou Deal - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş's pursuit of Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Emmanuel Agbadou has hit a significant roadblock, with a disagreement over a financial technicality threatening to derail the move sources have told Turkish-Football. The Turkish giants have already reached a full personal agreement with the 28-year-old Ivorian international, and negotiations with the Premier League...

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The Abraham Deadlock: Beşiktaş Demand €20m as Aston Villa Close in on Deal - Turkish FootballNegotiations between Beşiktaş and Aston Villa for the transfer of Tammy Abraham have reached a decisive stage, with the Turkish club setting a firm valuation for the English striker. As Unai Emery's side intensifies its pursuit, the "Black Eagles" have made it clear that they will not settle for anything...

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Midfield Reinforcements: Manchester United Weigh Up Move for Beşiktaş Captain Wilfred Ndidi - Turkish FootballAs the February 2 transfer deadline approaches, Manchester United are reportedly considering a mid-season swoop for Beşiktaş anchor Wilfred Ndidi. According to talkSPORT, the Red Devils have held internal discussions regarding the Nigerian international as they look to stabilize their squad under the interim guidance of Michael Carrick. Following the...

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Besiktas Open Talks with Wolves Defender Emmanuel Agbadou as Agent Arrives in Istanbul - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş have taken a significant step forward in their pursuit of defensive reinforcements, with the representative of Wolverhampton Wanderers center-back Emmanuel Agbadou arriving in Istanbul for face-to-face negotiations. The Black Eagles have identified the Ivorian defender as a primary target to shore up a backline that has struggled for consistency...

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Besiktas launch ambitious swoop for Real Madrid veteran David Alaba - Turkish FootballBesiktas have emerged as shock contenders to sign Real Madrid defender David Alaba this month, as the Turkish giants look to capitalize on the ongoing defensive overhaul at the Santiago Bernabéu according to Diario AS. The 33-year-old Austrian international is increasingly likely to leave the Spanish capital, with his current...

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Besiktas Identifies Man United Keeper as Priority in January Overhaul - Turkish FootballDetermined to arrest a disappointing run of form, Beşiktaş is preparing a major squad overhaul for the upcoming winter transfer window. Club management has reportedly received a detailed recruitment list, with Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır emerging as the primary target to take over the No. 1 spot, sources have...

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Besiktas Targets Wolves Defender Emmanuel Agbadou as Top January Candidate - Turkish FootballTurkish giants Beşiktaş have identified Wolves defender Emmanuel Agbadou as their "first candidate" to reinforce their central defense during the upcoming January transfer window. The 28-year-old Ivorian, who joined Wolverhampton Wanderers for a sizeable £16.6 million last January, is reportedly at the top of the transfer wish list for Sergen...

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Besiktas Devises Strategy to Lure Rangers Star Raskin Amid £15M Valuation - Turkish FootballBeşiktaş is reportedly accelerating its pursuit of Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin, devising a strategy that focuses on a high salary offer to convince the Belgian international to move to Turkey this January. The 24-year-old midfielder has re-established himself as a star player at Ibrox under manager Danny Röhl, having previously...

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Besiktas Eyeing January Move For Man United Goalkeeper Altay Bayindir - Turkish FootballBesiktas are reportedly pursuing a move to bring Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir back to Turkey, as the Istanbul giants seek to reinforce their squad following a turbulent start to the season, sources have told Turkish-Football. The Black Eagles have endured a nightmare campaign, suffering elimination from both Europa and...

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Solskjaer Reflects on 'Roller Coaster' Besiktas Stint: "I Didn't Think I Would Be Sent Away" - Turkish FootballFormer Besiktas manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has offered a frank and colorful account of his short but "fantastic" time in charge of the Black Eagles, admitting he was surprised by his dismissal despite the famously volatile nature of Turkish football. Speaking to his former Manchester United teammates Gary Neville and...