Stoke City join race to sign 14-assist Euro 2016 champion

Ricardo Quaresma

Stoke City join race to sign 14-assist Euro 2016 champion Ricardo Quaresma

Premier League side Stoke City have enquired about the availability of Besiktas’ star winger Ricardo Quaresma.

A source close to Besiktas has revealed to Turkish-Football that Stoke City are among several clubs interested in the Portugal international.

Per the source, clubs from China and Spain are also interested in the former Barcelona star.

Besiktas are understood to be prepared to sell Quaresma however, only at the right price.

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The Black Eagles are trying to sign Mario Mandzukic and know the sale of Quaresma could strengthen their financial position in the race to sign the Croatia international.

However, Quaresma is enjoying one of the best spells in his career at Besiktas and is happy under manager Senol Gunes. Furthermore, Gunes is a fan of Quaresma and is keen for him to remain at the club.

The Portugal international has provided an impressive 14 assists in 36 apperances for Besiktas this season. The Black Eagles are currently at the top of the Turkish league with 55 points after 25 games.