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Beşiktaş–Saudi clubs transfer talks

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On 17 July 2026, Turkish side Beşiktaş rejected a €7 million offer from Saudi club Al Diriyah for Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, stating the bid was below his market value and indicating they would only consider offers around €10 million. Ndidi, who joined from Leicester City in August 2025, serves as vice-captain and was a key contributor during the 2025/26 season. A week later, on 24 July 2026, reports linked Ndidi with a move to Al-Ittihad (also referred to as Al Diriyah). Beşiktaş confirmed the player had suffered an ankle-ligament injury and was undergoing medical assessment; Saudi representatives requested the health report before submitting a formal offer. By 9 August 2026, Al Diriyah was reportedly preparing an improved transfer bid for the Nigerian midfielder. As Beşiktaş considers the potential departure of their midfield anchor, the club is reportedly exploring a move for former Barcelona and AC Milan midfielder Franck Kessié on a free transfer. On 13 August 2026, despite interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and England—including Manchester United—Ndidi is expected to remain at Beşiktaş for the 2026-27 season. While some reports noted dissatisfaction regarding his performance levels and recent fitness issues following his ankle injury, sources close to the player indicate he intends to stay in Istanbul.

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