Semih is coming back
Cagliari have confirmed they will not exercise their purchase option on Semih Kılıçsoy. The young forward returns to Beşiktaş this summer after his loan spell in Serie A (3). It's a boost for a squad that needs goals and fresh legs, and a player you already know can deliver.
Loan striker hunt underway
The club is actively working on bringing in a striker on loan for next season. The loan formula is on the table as Beşiktaş looks to add firepower without committing to a big permanent fee (1). Expect this to heat up as the window approaches.
Waiting on Xabi Alonso
Beşiktaş are waiting for a decision from Xabi Alonso on a major transfer target. The identity of the player hasn't been revealed, but the fact Alonso's call is the bottleneck suggests a deal of serious ambition (5). Your front office has its eyes on something big.
Domestic targets lined up
The club is pushing hard on domestic signings. Goalkeeper Altay Bayındır is among the names on the list as Beşiktaş look to strengthen the Turkish core of the squad (6). Meanwhile, Önder Özen is also eyeing a player from Real Madrid and Konyaspor's Adil (4).
Fan reactions
Fans are restless. The summer window anxiety is real, one supporter on Reddit summed it up: the club still doesn't have a manager, squad building hasn't properly started, and the clock is ticking toward preseason. There's frustration that the board can't seem to handle the coach search and transfers at the same time. Join the conversation
