Filipe Luis says no, picks Monaco instead
Another target slips away. Filipe Luis has turned down Beşiktaş and signed with Monaco, sources report (5) (6). The Brazilian coach was on your shortlist alongside Ange Postecoglou and Thomas Reis, but he chose the French club's project over a move to Istanbul. The response came after Beşiktaş made a formal approach.
Zidane now the priority after Luis rejection
In a dramatic pivot, Beşiktaş have turned their attention to Zinedine Zidane following Luis' rejection (6). Reports suggest the club has already taken a formal step toward the French legend, with Razvan Lucescu also named as a priority candidate (3). Still early, but the ambition is clear, Önder Özen and Serdal Adalı are swinging big.
Marcos Senesi off the table
Another target gone. Argentine centre-back Marcos Senesi, who had been linked with Beşiktaş, Fenerbahçe, and Galatasaray, has agreed terms with another club (1). Not the outcome you wanted, especially with defensive reinforcements needed ahead of Europa League qualifiers.
Beşiktaş move for Salih Özcan
The club has stepped up its pursuit of Turkish international Salih Özcan (4). The midfielder was on the radar during the winter window too, and Beşiktaş are now pushing to get a deal done. He would add steel and Süper Lig experience to the midfield.
Battle with Gala for Göztepe player
Beşiktaş are trying to snatch a Göztepe player right from under Galatasaray's nose (2). No name yet, but the club is actively competing with your biggest rival for the signing. These are the moves that matter beyond the pitch.
Fan reactions
Fans on Reddit aren't panicking over Luis. Many see Monaco as a smart career move for him, a stable club where he can develop, rather than stepping into the chaos of a rebuild at Beşiktaş. The rejection has also sparked renewed discussion about a potential Şenol Güneş reunion among supporters weighing short-term stability against a full reset. Read the full thread
