Tag: Oguzhan Ozyakup

Former Gunner announces retirement at 31

Former Arsenal midfielder Oguzhan Ozyakup has decided to retire from professional football, turning down offers to return to the Turkish Super Lig.
PAISLEY, SCOTLAND - JULY 10: New signing Nadir Ciftci of Celtic makes his debut at the Pre Season Friendly between Celtic and Real Sociedad at St Mirren Park on July 10th, 2015 in Paisley, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff Holmes/Getty Images)

Arsenal tried to hijack failed Manchester City striker move

Nadir Çiftçi, currently plying his trade in Turkey, has lifted the lid on how Arsenal attempted to hijack his move to Manchester City years ago.

‘The problem is with Arsenal’ club director hits out as Newcastle look set to...

Arsenal are refusing to lower their sell-on clause for Oguzhan Ozyakup as Besiktas blame the Gunners for their problem agreeing a new deal with the midfielder.
Santi Cazorla in training

10 exceptional Santi Cazorla replacements identified

Santi Cazorla left Arsenal this summer in one of the saddest departures from the club in recent memory.

Turkish media: Ozyakup wants to return to the Premier League

Oguzhan Ozyakup wants to return to the Premier League this summer, rather than moving to one of Besiktas' rivals in Turkey, according to media in the country.
Santi Cazorla in training

10 players who could replace Santi Cazorla

Painful as it is to say, Santi Cazorla seems increasingly unlikely to ever return to the pitch for Arsenal, so it's important for the club to look for a replacement this summer.
Santi Cazorla

9 players who could replace Santi Cazorla

Santi Cazorla is unlikely to ever play football again, let alone pull on the red and white of Arsenal, so finding a replacement for him must be a top priority in the summer.

Chelsea scout admits following Özyakup

Chelsea scout Eddie Newton tells Turkish media they've followed Besiktas midfielder Oguzhan Özyakup in the past, and he thinks the 25-year-old will suit Arsenal.

Arsenal disappointed after sending scouts to watch Özyakup play Bayern Munich

Arsenal sent scouts to watch Oguzhan Özyakup as Besiktas played Bayern Munich, according to reports in Turkey.

Wilshere ‘will leave Arsenal’ this summer

Jack Wilshere will leave Arsenal in the summer, and is likely to remain in the Premier League, according to reports in Italy.

Wenger ‘almost obsessed’ with bringing midfielder back to club

Arsene Wenger is reportedly ‘almost obsessed’ with bringing back Oguzhan Ozyakup back to Arsenal after allowing the midfielder to leave in 2012

Besiktas turned down €7m Arsenal offer for Özyakup in January

Arsenal made an offer for Oguzhan Özyakup in January, and want to re-sign their former player in the summer if Jack Wilshere leaves, according to reports in Turkey.

Ozyakup considering offers to leave Besiktas with Arsenal in the mix

Former Arsenal midfielder Oguzhan Ozyakup is considering leaving Besiktas in the summer, but wants to do so on good terms.

If Arsenal really want Ozyakup back, he’s free in six months

If Arsenal really want to re-sign Oguzhan Ozyakup, all they have to do is wait until the end of the season and they can get the midfielder for free.

Hertha Berlin join Arsenal in the race for Ozyakup

Arsenal face competition from Hertha Berlin in their ongoing pursuit of Oguzhan Ozyakup, according to reports.

Arsenal to waive sell-on clause to re-sign Özyakup

Arsenal are reportedly willing to waive their right to a sell-on clause as they bid to bring Oguzhan Özyakup back to the club.

3 ways Arsenal win should Besiktas sell talented midfielder in January

Arsenal, Olympique Marseille and AC Milan are all interested in signing Oguzhan Özyakup in January, and the Gunners will win whether they sign him or not.

AC Milan and Marseille keen on Ozyakup

AC Milan and Marseille are both reportedly keen to sign former Arsenal midfielder, Oguzhan Ozyakup.

Milan remain interested in Özyakup despite making no approach

AC Milan haven't yet bid for Oguzhan Özyakup, despite joining Everton in declaring an interest in the former Arsenal man.

Besiktas won’t give Özyakup a new contract because of Arsenal

Oguzhan Özyakup has a preliminary agreement with Besiktas over a new contract, but hasn't signed it yet, because of Arsenal.

Everton to rival Arsenal for Ozyakup

Arsenal could face competition from Everton for Besiktas midfielder Oguzhan Ozyakup, according to reports.

Arsenal have competition from Everton for Ozyakup

Everton are reportedly set to go up against Arsenal for Besiktas midfielder Oğuzhan Özyakup.

Arsenal planning bid for Ozyakup

Arsenal are considering making a bid for former youth player Oguzhan Ozyakup, according to reports. 

Arsenal plotting £10m bid for Ozyakup

Arsenal are once again reportedly plotting to bid £10m for former Gunner, Oguzhan Ozyakup.

Arsenal could offer £20m in January for Ozyakup who’s available next summer for free

Arsenal will make a £20m offer for Besiktas midfielder Oguzhan Ozyakup, according to the Daily Sabah.

Arsenal send scout to watch Ozyakup

Arsenal sent Martin Keown, believed to be a scout for his former club, to watch Oguzhan Ozyakup play for Turkey, according to latest reports.

Ozyakup reveals ongoing feud with van Persie

Ex-Arsenal academy graduate Oguzhan Ozyakup still doesn't talk to Robin van Persie after the Dutchman mocked him during a cup tie last season.

Besiktas try to wriggle out of Arsenal’s 30% Özyakup sell-on clause

Besiktas are trying to get out of paying Arsenal any sell-on fee for former Gunner Oğuzhan Özyakup by letting his current contract expire before they sign him to a new one according to a report.

This is how much Arsenal could receive if Besiktas sell Ozyakup due to sell-on...

Arsenal could reportedly benefit from a sell-on clause for Oğuzhan Özyakup if the former academy star ends up being sold by Besiktas.

Arsenal hold talks with Besiktas’s Ozyakup

Besiktas reportedly want to open talks with Arsenal over Oguzhan Ozyakup's sell-on clause, which is currently allegedly set at 30%.

Marseille enter race for Ozyakup

Ligue 1 side Marseille are preparing a bid for former Arsenal youngster Oguzhan Ozyakup.

Oguzhan Ozyakup: Talented finally realised

Oguzhan Ozyakup is to move away from Besiktas and reportedly return to Arsenal, here is what he would bring to the squad.
Santi Cazorla

5 Santi Cazorla replacements for Arsenal

With Santi Cazorla ruled out for the most of last season and not expected back until Christmas at the earliest, here are five potential replacements...

Roma set to enter race for Oguzhan Ozyakup

Roma are reportedly hoping to use some of the £35m they're expecting to get from Liverpool for Mohamed Salah to sign Arsenal target, Oguzhan Ozyakup from Besiktas.
Robin van Persie and Ozyakup

Why did Ozyakup leave Arsenal in the first place?

With Oguzhan Ozyakup being linked with a return to Arsenal this summer we take a look at why he left in the first place.

West Ham want former Arsenal player Oguzhan Ozyakup

West Ham are interested in signing former Arsenal midfielder Oguzhan Ozyakup.

Arsenal ‘battle’ for Ozyakup

Besiktas midfielder, Oguzhan Ozyakup, is reportedly spoiled for choice as Arsenal, Tottenham and West Ham are looking to battle for his signature, while Besiktas offer him a lucrative new contract.

Ozyakup could return to Arsenal this summer

Arsenal are reportedly interested in ex-player Oguzhan Ozyakup, with the Besiktas president and player suggesting a return to North London is possible.

Oguzhan Ozyakup admits big ambition as he’s linked with Arsenal return

Oguzhan Ozyakup has revealed that he's aiming to leave Besiktas this summer amid links with a return to his former club, Arsenal.

Roma’s €14m offer for ex-Arsenal man Ozyakup rejected

Besiktas have rejected AS Roma's offer of €14m for key midfielder Oguzhan Ozyakup, who was previously at Arsenal from 2008 to 2012.