Besiktas waiting for January to complete Joe Willock move
Besiktas, which pursued Joe Willock in the summer window, is now planning to sign the English midfielder during the January transfer period.
As Besiktas accelerates its preparations for the winter transfer window, the club has renewed its interest in a midfield target it pursued last summer. English midfielder Joe Willock of Newcastle United remains high on the Black Eagles' list of priorities. The deal, which could not be completed in the summer, is now expected to be finalized in January.
The 27-year-old midfielder is capable of playing in both the number 8 and number 10 roles. This versatility is said to have impressed Besiktas manager Vincenzo Italiano as well. With his contract at Newcastle United set to expire at the end of the season, Willock's current market value stands at 14 million euros.
The experienced midfielder has featured in 7 official matches for Newcastle United so far this season, scoring 3 goals in that span. Having played a total of 442 minutes, Willock is reportedly being tracked most closely in Europe by Besiktas. The approaching end of his contract is seen as a factor working in the Turkish club's favor.
Joe Willock began his football career in Arsenal's youth academy, where he played from 2015 onward. Since 2021, the English midfielder has been with Newcastle United, where he has made 189 official appearances, scoring 22 goals and providing 11 assists. Besiktas appears determined to press ahead with its plan to sign the experienced and productive player.
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