Beşiktaş targets Leo Pereira from Flamengo as transfer window heats up
Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Beşiktaş has strengthened its squad with several new signings, including Salih Özcan and Alexander Nübel.
- The club is reportedly close to agreeing a deal for Mohamed Salah.
- Beşiktaş is also seeking a center-back and has identified Leo Pereira from Flamengo as a target.
Beşiktaş has been actively reinforcing its squad ahead of the new season, securing the services of Salih Özcan, Alexander Nübel, Leandro Trossard, İlhan Fakılı, Outtara, and Doğan Alemdar. The club's transfer activities signal a strong intent to compete effectively in the upcoming competitions.
Adding to their impressive list of acquisitions, Beşiktaş is reportedly on the verge of finalizing a deal for Mohamed Salah. This potential transfer is a major focus for the club, with expectations that it will be concluded soon. However, the club's ambition does not stop there; even with Salah's potential arrival, Beşiktaş plans to continue strengthening its roster.
A key area of focus for the team is reinforcing the center-back position. Beşiktaş has set its sights on Leo Pereira, a player from Flamengo, and has reportedly convinced the Brazilian player of a move. Negotiations with Flamengo are ongoing, with Beşiktaş aiming to secure Pereira on a three-year contract with an option for an additional year.
Meanwhile, in other potential transfer news, German center-back Felix Uduokhai is reportedly close to leaving Beşiktaş. While various clubs have shown interest in the experienced defender, no official offers have been made yet.
Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.