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Arsenal transfer news: Star winger’s surprise exit edges closer
Arsenal transfer news: Besiktas have laid a verbal offer on the table for Leandro Trossard. Up to €20 million, according to reports from Ryan Taylor. Arsenal’s stance is incredibly clear-cut. If the Belgian wants the move, the hierarchy won’t stand in his way. They find the money acceptable. It is entirely down to the player now.
At 31, he has reached the final twelve months of his Arsenal contract. Summer speculation was inevitable, really. Yet, he isn’t kicking down Mikel Arteta’s door demanding a transfer. He is just keeping his options open. Quite sensible.
His 2025/26 campaign was the definition of quiet efficiency. He made 31 appearances, mostly as an impact sub, chipping in with six goals and six assists. Look closer at the data, and his value becomes even more obvious. He clocked 47 key passes and managed a non-penalty expected goals per 90 mins of 0.33, sitting him in the 88th percentile for top-flight wide players.
Supporters will remember the big moments. That crucial 1-0 winner at West Ham to keep the title charge alive late in the season. Massive.
Even in the Champions League final heartbreak against PSG in Budapest, he did the dirty work. He tracked back, held the defensive line, and forced the deflection that set up Kai Havertz’s early opener. Reliable. Trustworthy. The sort of squad player managers dream of having.
Why a £17m deal makes sense for everyone
Atletico Madrid and Juventus sniffed around earlier in the window before backing off. That allowed Besiktas president Serdal Adalı to make a serious move. Reports from Turkish outlet Sporx suggest the total package could creep up to €22 million with add-ons. Sport Witness confirmed Arsenal have accepted the €20 million baseline valuation.
Money complicates things, though. Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Diraiyah are dangling a massive €10 million annual salary. Besiktas are offering €7 million. Right now, Trossard is away with Belgium at the World Cup and has completely blocked out the noise until his tournament finishes.
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Arsenal paid Brighton roughly €27 million back in January 2023. Getting €20 million back now for a 31-year-old with one year left on his deal represents remarkably sharp business, especially with Transfermarkt pinning his current market value at €18 million. He has been a model professional in North London. No ego. No drama.
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