Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck shortlisted as replacement for Man United target Talisca

Besiktas are weighing up their options ahead of the upcoming transfer window this summer.

The Black Eagles are on the lookout for an Anderson Talisca replacement. Talisca – who has played a key role in Senol Gunes’ side for the past two seasons – is expected to return to Benfica when his loan deal expires at the end of the month.

According to the Turkish outlet Fotospor, Besiktas have shortlisted several players as a replacement for the outbound Talisca.

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These include England international and Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck. Per the source, Besiktas are preparing to hold talks with the former Man United star’s representatives in the near future.

Fotospor goes onto state that Besiktas are keeping tabs on Maxi Gomez, Musa Barrow, Haris Seferovic, Smolov and Rafa Silva.

Talisca provided an impressive eight assists and 20 goals in 47 appearances for Besiktas in all competitions this season. The 24-year-old has been linked with a move to Premier League giants Manchester United in recent weeks.