Arsenal have agreed a transfer fee to sell Leandro Trossard to Turkish side Beşiktaş, with the 31-year-old permitted to travel to Istanbul for a medical as negotiations progress on a permanent deal despite Trossard being contracted until 2027. The move ends a productive spell at the Emirates and hands Beşiktaş an experienced, versatile attacker fresh off a strong World Cup showing for Belgium.
Deal agreed as Trossard heads to Beşiktaş for medical
Arsenal and Beşiktaş have come to terms on a transfer fee for Leandro Trossard. The 31-year-old forward has been given permission to travel to Istanbul to undergo a medical as talks move toward completion. Beşiktaş confirmed that negotiations have commenced over a permanent transfer while Arsenal still hold him under contract until 2027.
Career numbers and recent form
Since joining Arsenal from Brighton in January 2023 for a reported £21m plus add-ons, Trossard has made 174 appearances for the Gunners. He has contributed 36 goals and 34 assists in that time, a strong return for a player often deployed across the frontline or on the wing. Last season he started 21 Premier League matches and featured in major European fixtures, and he was a regular in Belgium's World Cup run, starting all six matches and scoring twice.
Why this transfer makes sense for Arsenal
Tactically, Arsenal have evolved under Mikel Arteta and now possess multiple attacking options that can occupy Trossard's positions. Selling him frees squad space and wage budget while securing a fee for a player who, despite valuable contributions, increasingly functioned as a rotational option. This looks like pragmatic squad management from Arsenal: cashing in on an experienced player before his role diminishes further.
What Beşiktaş gains
Beşiktaş acquire a seasoned, technically adept attacker with Premier League and international pedigree. Trossard's versatility — able to play both flanks and centrally — gives Beşiktaş tactical flexibility and immediate goal-creation potential. His experience in high-pressure matches and set-piece competence should help the Turkish side domestically and in European competition.
Fit and expectations
Trossard is unlikely to be a long-term marquee signing but rather an immediate-impact player expected to boost attacking efficiency. Coaches at Beşiktaş will value his intelligence off the ball and delivery into the box; success will be measured in goals, assists and how quickly he adapts to the Süper Lig.
Implications for Trossard
The move offers Trossard regular starts and a leading role — a clear incentive for a player still in his early 30s and coming off strong international minutes. It also presents a chance to reset his career trajectory outside the intense scrutiny of the Premier League while remaining competitive in Turkey.
Next steps and timeline
A successful medical in Istanbul would be the final hurdle before personal terms and paperwork are completed. Once formalised, Arsenal will move to replace the depth he provided, and Beşiktaş will integrate an experienced attacker into their squad ahead of the new campaign.
Bottom line
This deal is a logical parting for both clubs: Arsenal monetise a reliable squad player no longer central to their plans, while Beşiktaş secure a proven, versatile forward who can make an immediate difference.
Arsenal have agreed a transfer fee to sell Belgium forward Leandro Trossard to Beskitas.
The Bbc
