Filipe Luis: first contact made
Beşiktaş have identified Filipe Luis as their preferred managerial target and have initiated talks with the Brazilian coach. Football director Önder Özen is leading the approach, with president Serdal Adalı backing the move (3) (5).
Luis is currently the frontrunner in a search that has also considered Ange Postecoglou and Thomas Reis. The 40-year-old has made a strong impression since moving into management, and the club is now working to convince him the Süper Lig is the right next step.
Sevilla eye Leeds keeper, Meslier links swirl
Sevilla are targeting Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier, with reports suggesting the Spanish club want to replace Odysseas Vlachodimos for next season (8). Sergio Ramos is said to have a role in the potential deal.
The connection to Beşiktaş remains indirect for now, but any movement in the goalkeeper market could ripple toward Istanbul as the squad rebuild takes shape.
Fan reactions
The Filipe Luis news has split the fanbase. Some supporters on Reddit are openly asking whether the Brazilian is the right profile for a club in transition, while others point to a rumored €200m transfer budget as reason to aim even higher. There is cautious energy around the managerial search, but nobody is celebrating yet. See what fans are saying
