Wout Faes is the target in January! A quiet transfer operation from the Istanbul giant...
Besiktas are focusing on Leicester City's Belgian stopper Wout Faes for defensive reinforcement. A loan offer with an option to buy is planned for January. While it is stated that Leicester, who are in economic difficulties, may be warm to the transfer, it is also said that Ndidi will be an important reference for Faes. Here are the details...
Seeing the midterm transfer window as a critical opportunity, Beşiktaş has launched a comprehensive effort to strengthen its defensive line. The name at the top of the list is Belgian stopper Wout Faes, who has been followed for a long time. It was learned that the Black-Whites are preparing to make a rental offer in January for the experienced defender, who struggled to find the minutes he wanted at Leicester City.
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WORLD CUP FACTOR
The 26-year-old, who was also on the agenda last summer, has played 13 official matches with the English team this season, contributing 1 goal and 1 assist. Faes, who played a total of 719 minutes, is reportedly interested in a club where he can get more minutes in order to improve his fitness and be more visible before the 2026 World Cup.
THE FORMULA IS CLEAR
The Belgian stopper, who has a contract with Leicester City until 2027, has a market value of €14 million. Beşiktaş management is therefore expected to bring a lease with an option to buy formula to the table. It is rumored that the Black-Whites will make the first contact with Leicester in a short time and official negotiations will start in January.
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The fact that Leicester are only 12th in the Championship after 15 matches and the club is going through a difficult period in economic terms strengthens the possibility of a transfer. Beşiktaş's hand is strengthened by the fact that the English team wants to take steps to reduce the squad and create revenue.
NDIDI EFFECT
There is another important detail in Beşiktaş's Faes operation: Ndidi effect. The Nigerian midfielder, who was transferred from Leicester at the start of the season, is expected to give a positive reference to his former teammate. It is stated that Faes, who can use both feet, is effective in aerial balls and can play both at right and left-back, may be warm to Beşiktaş for this reason. Looking for a strong profile in defense, Kartal's preference for the Belgian defender is set to be one of the most striking moves of January.
