Vanja Dragojević (foto: Posnetek zaslona)
Besiktas consider Partizan captain Vanja Dragojević as a potential replacement if Wilfred Ndidi leaves amid renewed interest from English clubs this summer.
Besiktas are assessing Vanja Dragojević, captain of Partizan, as a potential replacement should Wilfred Ndidi depart the Istanbul club this summer.
Interest from several English sides has reportedly reignited speculation around Ndidi’s future, prompting Besiktas to explore contingency plans in midfield.
The Nigerian international only arrived in Istanbul in 2025, but a suitable offer from England could accelerate a move ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
Dragojević on the radar
According to Turkish media reports, Dragojević has emerged as one of the leading candidates to fill the potential vacancy.
The young midfielder has established himself as a key figure in the Serbian SuperLiga and currently wears the captain’s armband at Partizan. His leadership qualities and technical profile have not gone unnoticed abroad.
Besiktas have monitored his progress for some time, though they are unlikely to be alone in the race. Several European clubs are also tracking the Serbian talent as his reputation continues to grow.
Midfield plans under review
Ndidi’s possible return to the Premier League would leave a significant gap in Beşiktaş’ midfield structure, particularly in terms of defensive stability and experience.
Should his departure materialise, the Turkish giants are expected to intensify negotiations swiftly in order to secure a replacement before pre-season preparations begin.
For Partizan, any formal approach for their captain would represent both a sporting challenge and a financial opportunity, as interest in Dragojević continues to build across Europe.