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Doğan Alemdar arrives in Istanbul for Beşiktaş transfer
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Doğan Alemdar arrives in Istanbul for Beşiktaş transfer

From Cumhuriyet · () Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Beşiktaş has reached a principle agreement with national goalkeeper Doğan Alemdar, who has arrived in Istanbul for transfer procedures.
  • Alemdar will undergo medical checks before finalizing the contract, with an official signing expected if no issues arise.
  • The club had previously agreed with Başakşehir for the transfer of the 23-year-old goalkeeper, who joined Başakşehir from Rennes in 2025.

Beşiktaş has taken a significant step in securing a new goalkeeper by reaching a principle agreement with national player Doğan Alemdar. The 23-year-old arrived in Istanbul, with the club expecting to finalize the transfer after he completes his medical examinations. If all goes well, Alemdar is set to sign an official contract with the Istanbul-based club.

The transfer negotiations involved an agreement with Başakşehir, Alemdar's current club. Beşiktaş, aiming to strengthen its roster of domestic goalkeepers, has moved swiftly to conclude this deal. Alemdar's contract with Başakşehir was set to run until June 30, 2029.

Alemdar joined Başakşehir in 2025 from the French club Rennes for a transfer fee of 1.2 million Euros. During his time with Başakşehir, he played in three official matches, conceding six goals. His arrival is expected to bolster Beşiktaş's goalkeeping options.

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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.