Dušan Vlahović (foto: Uradni FB/TW/IG profil igralca)
Former Juventus striker Dušan Vlahović is without a club after his contract expired, with Besiktas emerging as one of the leading candidates to sign the Serbian international.
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Dušan Vlahović has become one of the biggest names available on the free-agent market after bringing his spell at Juventus to an end.
The Serbian striker is now searching for the next chapter of his career, and Besiktas have emerged as one of the clubs determined to secure his signature.
Besiktas confirm interest
Club president Serdar Adalı has publicly confirmed that negotiations with Vlahović are underway.
"We are working on it," Adalı told reporters when asked about the Serbian forward.
The Turkish giants recently failed in their attempt to sign Mohamed Salah, with negotiations reportedly collapsing because of the financial demands involved. They have now shifted their attention to Vlahović, hoping to complete another marquee signing.
Juventus chapter comes to an end
Vlahović leaves Turin after failing to reach an agreement over a new contract.
Juventus reportedly offered the striker a renewal on reduced financial terms, but the proposal was rejected.
The Italian club have since strengthened their attacking options by completing the permanent signing of Randal Kolo Muani, making Vlahović's departure inevitable.
From €85 million signing to free agent
The Serbian international joined Juventus from Fiorentina in January 2022 in a deal worth around €85 million, making him one of the most expensive signings in the club's history.
Now, just a few years later, he is available without a transfer fee, making him one of the most attractive opportunities on the market.
Besiktas continue ambitious rebuild
Besiktas have already strengthened their squad this summer with the arrivals of Alexander Nübel, Leandro Trossard and Salih Özcan.
Adding Vlahović would represent another major statement from a club determined to return to the top of Turkish football after finishing fourth last season.
The Black Eagles have won the Turkish league title 16 times, with their most recent championship coming in the 2021/22 campaign.
Whether Besiktas can convince one of Europe's most sought-after free agents remains one of the most intriguing questions of the transfer window.