Anderson Talisca played his last game for Besiktas scoring and providing three assists in the 5-1 victory over Sivasspor.
Talisca has spent the last two seasons on loan at the Black Eagles.
Besiktas manager Senol Gunes hinted that his next destination will be the Premier League.
“Talisca was already gone at the winter break, I can’t tell you which club he joined but they could play against Cenk’s team,” Gunes said.
Portuguese newspaper A Bola meanwhile reported that United have made a £35 million offer and that Talisca is keen on the move.
We took a look at how United fans responded to reports that Talisca could be on his way to Old Trafford.
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Not everyone appeared all that familiar with him but those who know him seem keen.
So apparently Anderson Talisca is coming to United. Won’t lie, I’ve never seen him play so I can’t say if it’s a bad signing or not. All I know is that he’s 6’3, so I can see why Mourinho wants him lmao..
— Ryan. ? (@Vintage_Utd) May 19, 2018
Compared to Fellaini he’s Messi. This is the kind of ‘strength in depth’ signings United should be making more alot more often. This is how you build a team. Not by silly hashtags and piano playing signing videos. He’s 24 years old, young, exciting prospect.
— hey (@HailBaconn) May 20, 2018
Talisca is actually seasoned and ready for the next step, cheaper option that would actually immediately improve us, very versatile and José has been chasing Talisca for years.
— FergieTime™️ (@SSIIIIUUUU) May 19, 2018
From clips looks like pogba mark 2, so god knows where he fits in this team
— Kam Athwal (@KamAthwal) May 20, 2018
Good Squad Player, we need many of them because half the squad is Horrific
— Kai (@MagicaIAIexis) May 20, 2018
I’ve never seen him play, but considering he’s Brazilian, tall, skillful, a good goal scorer and has a powerful shot on him. If this rumor is true it wouldn’t surprise me at all, as he fits Jose’s wants down to the tea
— Brandon M (@manutdfan101) May 20, 2018
Lots of rumours circulating about Anderson Talisca. It would be surprising given he’s another attacker, but Mourinho has been courting him for years. it’s easy to see why: 20 goals, 8 assists this season. Priority should still be on defence and midfield.
— Liam Canning (@LiamPaulCanning) May 20, 2018
Now the problem with this is that Talisca’s natural position is an attacking midfielder. Fellaini has been used in attack as a plan B by Mourinho so if he wants to use Talisca in the same way he’d definitely be more effective.
The Brazilian is 1.91m but apart from being lethal in the air he also happens to have excellent technical ability, creativity and flair.
But if you want Talisca as a defensive/central midfielder… well forget about it.
Talisca is a good signing as a Fellaini replacement. If it’s instead of Milinkovic-Savic it’s just United saving money
— The United Stand (@UnitedStandMUFC) May 20, 2018
Signs?
Don’t tell me this doesn’t mean anything ?? #Talisca #mufc pic.twitter.com/Y0y0JOaMom
— Ⓖ (@Futbolgagan) May 21, 2018
I think Talisca is a brilliant player but his work-rate and defensive work can be an issue at times, especially for the high pace of the Premier League.
My take on Anderson Talisca possibly joining United:
– upgrade on some of the players, but I don’t think he’s gonna be the guy to take them from 2nd to 1st. Better options in the market, but if they can get a good price for him why not.
— Brazil Football ?? (@BrazilEdition) May 19, 2018
Low blow from a Wolves fan.
Looks like Talisca is off to United. If he wants to play free-flowing, attacking football, with freedom to express himself on the pitch, then he’s probably picked the wrong club. ?
— The Wolf ? (@TheWolfMedia_) May 20, 2018
Wow!
No way Talisca can turn down Man United, but food for thought. When a Brazilian is linked to Liverpool or Man City, I’m genuinely excited. Can’t wait to see what Klopp or Pep will do with him. When a Brazilian is linked to United, I’m worried about Jose Mourinho ruining him.
— David Mosse (@StatManMosse) May 20, 2018
