Arsenal Star Spotted In Istanbul After Receiving Offer, Transfer Talks Underway

Turkish-Football reported that Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere has been invited to Istanbul for talks with Fenerbahce.

The club are keen on a marquee signing following the Ali Koc being elected president and Wilshere is among several names on the shortlist.

Reports in Turkey are claiming to have spotted Wilshere in Turkey.

Haberturk report that the England midfielder is currently in Istanbul and has been taken on a tour of the club grounds.

Per the source, Fenerbahce have made an attractive offer and are locked in transfer talks.

Wilshere is said to be keen on a move to Turkey. Fenerbahce are willing to offer lucrative terms and a long-term deal.

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The 26-year-old has reportedly met Koc, manager Phillip Cocu and a familiar name in sporting director Damien Comolli – former Arsenal scout.

The midfielder will be a free agent at the end of the month and has confirmed he will be ending his 17-year stint at Arsenal.

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Wilshere has had no shortage of interest with several clubs across Europe currently linked with the midfielder.

Fenerbahce would be able to offer the prospect of Champions League football should they navigate past the playoff round or Europa League football at worst.