According to a claim in the Turkish media, Besiktas have joined the race to sign Southampton forward Paul Onuachu ahead of the next transfer window.
The Premier League side were looking to extend the Nigerian’s contract for another three years, but negotiations have reportedly stalled.
Sozcu today report on the latest developments regarding the future of the Southampton player, following claims earlier in the week that his former club Trabzonspor were also looking to take advantage of his situation with the Saints.
The Turkish media outlet say Besiktas president Serdal Adalı has given his approval to bring the 30-year-old back to the Super Lig after his loan spell in Trabzon last season.
It’s claimed transfer talks will soon commence as Besiktas manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær makes it one of his priorities to sign a centre forward ahead of the next campaign.
There have been concerns over the form of Ciro Immobile and subsequently the Istanbul giants will look to bring in an alternative forward this summer.
Onuachu has made 23 appearances for Southampton this season, scoring three goals. He’s contracted to the English club until 2026.
