Beşiktaş has set its sights on a significant summer transfer, targeting Chelsea’s star English winger Raheem Sterling as they aim to build a highly competitive squad for the upcoming Süper Lig season, sources have told Turkish-Football.
Following a disappointing previous campaign, the Black Eagles are determined to re-enter the championship race and are making high-profile contacts to achieve this goal.
Sources indicate that Beşiktaş President Serdal Adalı himself has taken the lead in the discussions, with reports suggesting that initial contact with Sterling’s representatives has been positive. The 30-year-old wide attacker is reportedly receptive to the offer from the Turkish club, which would be a monumental acquisition for Beşiktaş.
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Should the transfer materialize, Beşiktaş intends to send a strong message to their perennial rivals, Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray, signaling their ambition in the transfer market.
Sterling, a player of considerable stature in European football, spent last season on loan at Arsenal, where he registered one goal and one assist in 28 appearances. His illustrious career also includes 82 caps for the England national team, for whom he has scored 20 goals, showcasing his consistent offensive threat.
Sterling’s contract with Chelsea runs until 2027, implying that any deal would require a transfer fee.
His career has seen substantial transfer outlays; he moved from Liverpool to Manchester City in 2015 for €63.7 million and then from Manchester City to Chelsea in 2022 for €56.2 million. The total testimonial payments for his career so far reportedly exceed €120 million.
For Beşiktaş, securing a player of Sterling’s caliber would inject immediate quality, experience, and a winning mentality into their ranks. His ability to run with the ball, create chances, and score goals from the wing would be invaluable as they strive to challenge for the Süper Lig title.
The move would represent a bold statement from Beşiktaş, signaling their intent to compete at the very top of Turkish football.
