Tag: Besiktas

COLOGNE, GERMANY - OCTOBER 07: Former German national player Lukas Podolski seen on the TV platform prior to the international friendly match between Germany and Turkey at RheinEnergieStadion on October 07, 2020 in Cologne, Germany. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Financial struggles and tears: 4 ex-Arsenal stars make headlines

Four former Arsenal players have been in the news recently for different reasons, ranging from injuries to financial difficulties, coaching aspirations and mental game comparisons.
WEST BROMWICH, ENGLAND - AUGUST 25: Nicolas Pepe of Arsenal reacts during the Carabao Cup Second Round between West Bromwich Albion and Arsenal at The Hawthorns on August 25, 2021 in West Bromwich, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal forward in complex exit talks as time runs out

Arsenal's Nicolas Pépé finds himself caught between two football markets, with Besiktas and Al-Shabab as possible destinations. The Gunners look to navigate a challenging exit.
Nicolas Pepe dedicating his celebration to his new-born baby (Photo via Pepe on Instagram)

Arsenal outcast has medical but there is a problem

Arsenal are insisting on a £4m transfer fee for Nicolas Pepe, a player who appears to have lost his sheen. With conflicting reports about his move to Besiktas, it's becoming a tale of "will he, won't he."
Nicolas Pepe playing for the Ivory Coast (Photo via OGC Nice on Twitter)

Saudi club still chasing Arsenal man with deadline on Thursday

Besiktas have denied that they're closing in on the signing of Nicolas Pepe, with Saudi club Al-Shabab FC making an offer for the winger.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe controls the ball during the UEFA Europa Conference League Quater Final football match between Nice (OGCN) and FC Basel at the Allianz Riviera in Nice, on April 20, 2023. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP) (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Medical for Arsenal forward as transfer exit looms

Nicolas Pepe is holding a medical today in Paris ahead of a move to Besiktas, finally accepting the transfer after the closure of the British transfer window.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (L) celebrates with Nice's French defender Melvin Bard after scoring his team's third goal during the French L1 football match between OGC Nice and Montpellier Herault SC at the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice, south-eastern France, on January 11, 2023. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Germany & Saudi clubs make late enquiries for Arsenal transfer

Clubs from Germany and Saudi Arabia have made enquiries over a late move for Nicolas Pepe, with Besiktas seemingly fading from the race.
Rob Holding and Ben White with Arsenal on the pre-season tour (Photo via Arsenal on Instagram)

Arsenal fan favourite’s exit talks begin

Besiktas reportedly open talks with Arsenal for Rob Holding, Arsenal's centre-back, raising questions about the defender's future at the Emirates.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (R) celebrates with Nice's French defender Melvin Bard after scoring his team's third goal during the French L1 football match between OGC Nice and Montpellier Herault SC at the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice, south-eastern France, on January 11, 2023. - (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal have decision to make after Besiktas offer 3-year deal

Besiktas have offered Nicolas Pepe a three-year contract, but Arsenal are yet to decide on the manner of his departure.
Liverpool's English midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain controls the ball as he attends a team training session at Anfield Stadium in Liverpool, north west England, on April 26, 2022, on the eve of their UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg football match against Villareal. (Photo by Lindsey Parnaby / AFP) (Photo by LINDSEY PARNABY/AFP via Getty Images)

Former Arsenal and Liverpool man completes unexpected move

Former Arsenal and Liverpool player, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, has agreed on a transfer to Besiktas, reflecting on an injury-riddled career.
Ivory Coast's forward Nicolas Pepe (L) attends a training session on the eve of the friendly football match between France and Ivory Coast at the Velodrome Stadium in Marseille, southern France on March 24, 2022. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP) (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal outcast agrees personal terms with new club

Nicolas Pepe has agreed personal terms with Besiktas, with their club president travelling to England to try and complete a deal.
Nice's Ivorian forward Nicolas Pepe (L) celebrates with Nice's French defender Melvin Bard after scoring his team's third goal during the French L1 football match between OGC Nice and Montpellier Herault SC at the Allianz Riviera Stadium in Nice, south-eastern France, on January 11, 2023. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal set to terminate contract so 28yo can leave for free

Besiktas have a genuine interest in Nicolas Pepe, with the winger set to negotiate a contract termination with Arsenal.
Nicolas Pepe dedicating his celebration to his new-born baby (Photo via Pepe on Instagram)

Arsenal make costly but sensible Nicolas Pepe decision

Nicolas Pepe, Arsenal's second most expensive signing, is reportedly in talks to terminate his contract and make a move to Besiktas

Besiktas move for Rob Holding alternative collapses

Besiktas' move for Southampton defender Lyanco has collapsed, but the chances of a return for Arsenal's Rob Holding remain slim.
Rob Holding and Ben White with Arsenal on the pre-season tour (Photo via Arsenal on Instagram)

Arsenal reject underwhelming bid for fan favourite

Arsenal are set to reject an opening offer from Besiktas for the transfer of Rob Holding, according to a report.
Mohamed Elneny runs on the London Colney training pitches (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Mikel Arteta favourite wanted for loan until end of contract

Besiktas are once again targeting a move for Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny, according to reports from Turkey.

Club submit offer to sign Arsenal 29yo before their transfer window closes

Besiktas have made an offer for Mohamed Elneny, according to a report, hoping to conclude a deal before the Turkish transfer deadline.

Arsenal 29yo expected to stay at the club for 1 more year

Arsenal are not about to sell Mohamed Elneny to Besiktas, and the midfielder is set to remain with the club this season.
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Wage demands collapse former Arsenal man's move as another agrees terms in Turkey

Mathieu Debuchy has seen his move to ESTAC Troyes collapse due to his wage demands while Chuba Akpom has reportedly agreed terms with Besiktas.
Arsenal's Spanish defender Pablo Mari celebrates scoring their second goal during the UEFA Europa League 1st Round Group B football match between Arsenal and Rapid Vienna at the Emirates Stadium in London on December 3, 2020. (Photo by Adrian DENNIS / AFP) (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Besiktas want Arsenal 27yo but deal details make no sense

Besiktas are interested in a move for Pablo Mari this summer, but you'd imagine they aren't going to have much luck with the signing.
Ridvan Yilmaz Fenerbahce - Besiktas Super League Game at Fenerbahce Ulker Stadium in Istanbul, 29th November, 2020. Copyright: Tolga Adanali

19yo states he wants to join Arsenal after Euro 2020 call-up

After being named in Turkey's provisional squad for Euro 2020 this summer, Ridvan Yilmaz has told the media he wants to join Arsenal.
Mohamed Elneny with Besiktas (Photo via Nabd.com)

Arsenal midfielder confirms his departure from loan club on social media

Mohamed Elneny hinted that he won't be returning to Besiktas next season with a farewell post this week, but he is drawing interest from Turkey.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 01: Reiss Nelson of Arsenal runs with the ball during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Norwich City at Emirates Stadium on July 01, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Reiss Nelson becomes number one target for Champions League side

Besiktas have reportedly stepped up their pursuit of Reiss Nelson according to media in Turkey with their board making him their top priority.
NAPLES, ITALY - APRIL 17: Mesut Ozil and Mohamed Elneny of Arsenal looks on during an Arsenal training session ahead of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final second leg match against SSC Napoli. At Stadio San Paolo on April 17, 2019 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Arsenal close to loan agreement for midfielder

Arsenal are reportedly close to finding an agreement with Trabzonspor over the signing of Mohamed Elneny on loan for next season.
NAPLES, ITALY - APRIL 17: Mesut Ozil and Mohamed Elneny of Arsenal looks on during an Arsenal training session ahead of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final second leg match against SSC Napoli. At Stadio San Paolo on April 17, 2019 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Arsenal midfielder offered to Turkish side, talks this week

Arsenal have reportedly offered Mohamed Elneny to Trabzonspor with the clubs expected to meet this week to discuss a loan deal for the 28-year-old midfielder.
Mohamed Elneny with Besiktas (Photo via Nabd.com)

Arsenal loanee scores his first goal in final game of loan

Mohamed Elneny scored a penalty in his final game of the season for Besiktas, his only goal of the loan spell ahead of a decision on his future this summer.
Mohamed Elneny with Besiktas (Photo via Nabd.com)

Loanee will return to Arsenal this summer: Loan club decide against permanent deal

Besiktas will let Mohamed Elneny return to Arsenal this summer, choosing to pursue Mehmet Topal instead of extending Elneny's loan.
Mohamed Elneny at Besiktas

Besiktas president confirms they've settled Elneny dispute & want him back next season

Besiktas reached an agreement with Mohamed Elneny over his pay dispute and they're pushing to loan him again next season, according to their club president.
Mohamed Elneny celebrating with his Besiktas teammates (Photo via Elneny on Instagram)

Arsenal loanee impresses again but has no future at club

Mohamed Elneny featured in another big win for Besiktas on Friday, playing 84 minutes as they defeated Konyaspor 3-0.
Mohamed Elneny celebrating with his Besiktas teammates (Photo via Elneny on Instagram)

Video: Arsenal loanee provides assist in big win

Mohamed Elneny provided an assist for Besiktas in their 5-1 victory over Denizlispor on Saturday, as his run in the team continues.
Egypt's midfielder Mohamed Elneny (R) celebrates with Egypt's forward Mohamed Salah (L) after one of their teammate scored a goal during the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier football match Egypt vs Tunisia at the Borg El Arab Stadium, near Alexandria, on November 16, 2018. (Photo by KHALED DESOUKI / AFP)

He will go - Local press sure of Arsenal man's immediate future

Mohamed Elneny will not be a Besiktas player for much longer after they lost 2-1 at home to Antalyaspor.
Mohamed Elneny fouling Lukas Podolski (Photo via beIN SPORTS)

Video: Arsenal loanee booked for a foul on former Gunner

Mohamed Elneny picked up a booking for a foul on former Gunner Lukas Podolski on Saturday, as Antalyaspor beat Besiktas 2-1.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 12: Diogo Jota of Wolverhampton Wanderers runs with the ball past Mohamed Elneny of Besiktas during the UEFA Europa League group K match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Besiktas at Molineux on December 12, 2019, in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanee wants to return over pay dispute but Gunners don't want him

Mohamed Elneny wants to return to Arsenal over a pay dispute with Besiktas, but they aren't keen on the idea, according to reports in Turkey.
Mohamed Elneny celebrating with his Besiktas teammates (Photo via Elneny on Instagram)

Arsenal loanee at deadlock in pay dispute: Likely to return to Gunners

Besiktas are at a 'deadlock' in talks with Mohamed Elneny over his pay dispute, which is likely to lead to a return from loan to Arsenal.
Mohamed Elneny. Picture: BEN STANSALL/AFP/Getty Images

Arsenal midfielder in pay dispute, threatening refusal to play

Mohamed Elneny is apparently in the middle of a dispute with Besiktas over his wages and is reportedly threatening to refuse to play for the Turkish side because he is owed €1.3m.
ISTANBUL, TURKEY - OCTOBER 03: Mohamed Elneny of Besiktas reacts at full-time after the UEFA Europa League group K match between Besiktas and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Vodafone Park on October 03, 2019 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Arsenal loanee's permanent future in doubt as he gives loan club ultimatum

Mohamed Elneny is giving Besiktas an ultimatum over an unpaid €1.3m, despite being keen on a permanent transfer to the Turkish club.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 12: Diogo Jota of Wolverhampton Wanderers runs with the ball past Mohamed Elneny of Besiktas during the UEFA Europa League group K match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Besiktas at Molineux on December 12, 2019, in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Unwanted Arsenal man willing to take wage cut to make permanent move

Mohamed Elneny is happy with Besiktas and willing to take a wage cut to stay, with manager Sergen Yalcin also keen to keep him.
Mohamed Elneny at Besiktas

Arsenal loanee's agent says he has offers to leave from all over Europe

Alan Nazmy claims his client Mohamed Elneny has offers from all around Europe, and anything is possible for the midfielder this summer.
ISTANBUL, TURKEY - OCTOBER 03: Mohamed Elneny of Besiktas reacts at full-time after the UEFA Europa League group K match between Besiktas and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Vodafone Park on October 03, 2019 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)

Arteta makes decision on 27-year-old loanee for next season

Mikel Arteta and Arsenal aren't considering loanee Mohamed Elneny as an option for next season, according to reports in Turkey.
Mohamed Elneny celebrating with his Besiktas teammates (Photo via Elneny on Instagram)

Club won't pay purchase clause for Arsenal loanee but they want him on loan...

Besiktas don't plan to activate their purchase option for Mohamed Elneny, but they want to take him on loan again next season, according to reports in Turkey.
Mohamed Elneny celebrating with his Besiktas teammates (Photo via Elneny on Instagram)

Match report for the 1 Arsenal loanee who made an appearance over the weekend

Mohamed Elneny started for Besiktas against Galatasaray over the weekend, the only Arsenal player to feature in a match.