Leandro Trossard appears increasingly likely to leave Arsenal this summer after Besiktas moved to the brink of completing a deal for the Belgium international.
Reports claim Arsenal have reached an agreement with the Turkish giants over a transfer worth a total package of €20 million, with only the player’s final approval now required before the move can be completed.
Besiktas are said to be confident of finalising all outstanding details within the next few days.
The Istanbul club have offered Trossard a contract until 2029, with the option of an additional year, underlining their determination to make the experienced forward a key part of Vincenzo Italiano’s plans.
Turkish journalist Yagiz Sabuncuoglu has also reported that the two parties have already reached an agreement over personal terms.
The proposed deal is understood to include a lucrative salary package and performance-related bonuses, with no signing-on fee.
Trossard is entering the final year of the contract he signed after arriving from Brighton & Hove Albion in January 2023.
Although Arsenal held discussions over a new deal earlier this year, an agreement was never reached, making a summer sale an increasingly realistic possibility.
The 31-year-old has enjoyed a productive spell in north London and established himself as one of Mikel Arteta’s most dependable attacking options.
His versatility has allowed him to operate across the front line, whether on either wing, through the middle or in a supporting role behind the striker.
Trossard also played an important role during Arsenal’s Premier League title-winning campaign, contributing valuable goals and assists despite often competing for a starting place.
His ability to make an impact from the bench has made him a popular figure among supporters and a trusted option for Arteta in big matches.
However, with only one year remaining on his current contract, Arsenal appear prepared to cash in while they can still command a transfer fee.
A deal worth around €20 million would represent a healthy return for a player who has consistently delivered during his time at the Emirates Stadium.
Besiktas have made strengthening their attack one of their priorities this summer as they look to challenge Galatasaray and Fenerbahce for the Turkish Super Lig title.
Adding a player with Trossard’s Premier League experience and proven quality would be a significant statement of intent from the Black Eagles.
For Arsenal, the move would reduce the wage bill and create further room in the squad as the Premier League champions continue shaping Arteta’s group ahead of another campaign competing on multiple fronts.
Attention now turns to Trossard’s final decision, with the Belgian’s approval expected to determine whether the transfer is completed in the coming days.