Beşiktaş reaches agreement for Dusan Vlahovic transfer
Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Beşiktaş has reportedly reached an agreement for the transfer of striker Dusan Vlahovic.
- Vlahovic is expected to arrive in Istanbul on August 12 for a medical examination and to sign a three-year contract.
- Club president Serdal Adalı traveled to Belgrade to finalize the deal, with Beşiktaş increasing its offer including bonuses and signing fees.
The transfer saga surrounding striker Dusan Vlahovic appears to be nearing its end, with reports indicating that Beşiktaş has reached an agreement to sign the Serbian forward. The club has been in prolonged negotiations to bring Vlahovic to Istanbul.
According to A Spor, Vlahovic is scheduled to arrive in Istanbul on Wednesday, August 12, at 2:30 PM local time. He is expected to undergo medical checks and sign a three-year contract with Beşiktaş. The club's president, Serdal Adalı, has reportedly traveled to Belgrade to personally oversee the final stages of the transfer.
Beşiktaş management has intensified efforts in the last 48 hours to secure the deal. Sportif Director Eduard Graf's visit to Serbia was a key step. Following intensive discussions involving Adalı, Önder Özen, and Graf, positive responses have been received from Vlahovic's camp.
Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla reports that Beşiktaş has increased its final offer, specifically enhancing bonus payments and signing fees, while maintaining the proposed annual salary of 8 million Euros. Beşiktaş has sent the necessary documents, and the transfer is now awaiting Vlahovic's final approval and signature. Italian media, including Corriere dello Sport, have also reported significant progress in the negotiations.
Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.