Arsenal set to be outbid in race to sign £13m international midfielder in January

Arsenal have received a blow in the race to sign Besiktas playmaker Oguzhan Ozyakup.

According to the Turkish outlet Fotospor, Everton are preparing a £13 million bid for the 25-year-old in January.

The Toffees are keen to strengthen their squad during the upcoming transfer window following a poor start to the season.

Per the source, Everton’s bid exceeds what Arsenal are prepared to pay.

However, Everton have already amassed several attacking midfielders this season and it seems unlikely that they will want to sign another.

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Ozyakup has established himself as a first team regular following his move to the Istanbul giants from Arsenal back in 2012. The midfielder is also a regular fixture in Turkey’s national team squad.

Arsenal have also been linked with a January move for their former player.

Everton were held to a 2-2 draw by Crystal Palace over the weekend. Besiktas meanwhile were also held to a draw.