Beşiktaş Intensifies Pursuit of Joe Willock Amid Transfer Activity

Beşiktaş is actively pursuing Joe Willock, the 26-year-old midfielder currently under contract with Newcastle United. The Turkish club has initiated discussions with Newcastle regarding a potential transfer for the player.

According to a report by Luke Edwards from the Telegraph, negotiations are ongoing as both clubs explore the possibility of Willock moving to the Bosporus. With Willock's contract at Newcastle set to expire in 2027, the club faces a decision as they have not proposed a new deal, making a summer sale a sensible option to secure a reasonable transfer fee for the midfielder.

Joe Willock's Transfer History

Willock initially joined Newcastle on loan from Arsenal in 2021, before making a permanent switch for nearly €30 million shortly thereafter. While he has been part of the squad, his position in the starting lineup has not been consistent in recent times.

For Beşiktaş, signing Willock would mark another significant addition to their roster. The Istanbul club has already bolstered their squad with players like Alexander Nübel, Salih Özcan, and Leandro Trossard in recent transactions.

Additionally, Beşiktaş is reportedly interested in Mohamed Salah, and former Bayer Leverkusen player Gustavo Puerta is also said to be on the club's radar, according to information from Fussballeuropa.com.