Besiktas president met Benfica chiefs to sign star | OneFootball

Vangelis Pavlidis’ future remains somewhat uncertain and, after interest from German clubs, Besiktas has now also entered the race for the Greece international striker. The Istanbul club has already taken concrete steps in an attempt to seal the deal for the player.

According to the newspaper Fanatik, president Serdar Adali traveled to Madrid to meet with Benfica officials and discuss the striker’s situation. The same publication adds that Benfica has authorized the Turkish club to move forward with direct talks with the 27-year-old centre-forward.

The Greece international is said to have reacted positively to Besiktas’ interest, a scenario that could open the door to negotiations in the coming weeks. Even so, the attacker remains under contract with Benfica for three more seasons and continues to hold an important role within the squad.

In the 2025/26 season, playing for Benfica, Vangelis Pavlidis — valued at €32 million — made 53 official appearances: 33 in the Liga Portugal Betclic, 14 in the Champions League, three in the Portuguese Cup, two in the League Cup and one in the Super Cup.

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