Turkish clubs Galatasaray and Beşiktaş target European players amid transfer talks

Galatasaray’s 23‑year‑old centre‑back Metehan Baltacı has attracted interest from Polish side Pogoń Szczecin and Belgian club Westerlo. Both potential buyers prefer a permanent deal, while Galatasaray appears to favour a loan arrangement, complicating negotiations that also involve clubs such as Kocaelispor and Donetsk.

In a separate pursuit, Beşiktaş, under new manager Vincenzo Italiano, is moving toward signing 27‑year‑old Norwegian midfielder Kristian Thorstvedt from Sassuolo. Beşiktaş has reportedly made an official approach, with the player's valuation ranging between €10 million and €15 million as he competes in the 2026 World Cup.