Report claims Trossard has joined Besiktas as Arsenal explore further Turkey business

Leandro Trossard is said to have left Arsenal for Besiktas, with the London club also holding discussions with Galatasaray over further potential business in Turkey.

According to Sami Mokbel, Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta is leaning on his contacts in Turkey as the club works to generate sales, and Trossard has already joined Besiktas. The reporting points to ongoing talks with Galatasaray regarding other possible dealings, though the specifics are not detailed.

While the nature of the Galatasaray conversations is not outlined, the thrust of the situation is that Arsenal are actively engaging the Turkish market. The suggestion that Berta is utilising relationships there indicates a targeted strategy aimed at moving players on and accelerating outgoings.

The report does not specify terms of Trossard’s move or name any individuals potentially involved in the separate discussions with Galatasaray. It remains to be seen whether those talks will lead to additional departures or different forms of cooperation between the clubs.

What it means for Arsenal

If confirmed in full by the clubs involved, the developments would underline a concerted push to reshape parts of the squad via Turkey. The immediate headline is Trossard’s switch to Besiktas, with the parallel dialogue with Galatasaray offering scope for more movement before long.

For now, the picture is one of progress on at least one front and active negotiations on another, with Arsenal focusing efforts in a market where they believe deals can be advanced quickly.