Deniz Gul wants Besiktas move, has already told FC Porto | OneFootball

FC Porto is taking advantage of the final phase of the summer transfer market to conduct a thorough 'clean-up' of the main squad, led by the Italian coach Francesco Farioli, and the next player who might leave is Deniz Gul.

According to the Turkish newspaper Star, cited this Saturday, the 21-year-old forward has already communicated to the management led by André Villas-Boas his desire to move to Besiktas, so both clubs are now seeking an agreement to make the operation feasible.

The possibility of a loan to Vodafone Arena is being discussed, although no terms have been agreed for a potential understanding yet.

Deniz Gul joined FC Porto about a year ago from Hammarby for an amount around 4.5 million euros, with potential add-ons that could raise the value to five million depending on sporting objectives.

The Turkish international arrived at Dragão with high expectations due to his recognized potential, but he did not establish himself: in his first season in Portugal, he scored only two goals in 23 official matches.

With the arrival of Francesco Farioli, who replaced Martín Anselmi, the situation remained unchanged, as he did not register any minutes in the first two victories of the season (wins over Vitória SC, 3-0, and Gil Vicente, 0-2).

De Jong complicates the situation further

Last season, Deniz Gul already occupied a secondary role, largely due to the 'outstanding' performance of Samu Aghehowa (27 goals and three assists in 45 official matches), and this season the competition has intensified.

Farioli asked the management for a proven alternative for the Spanish international, and the response was the signing of Luuk de Jong on a free transfer, after his contract with PSV ended.

The Dutch international is currently in 'pole position' to take the starting spot in the attack, also benefiting from the absence due to a muscle injury of a teammate, which will keep him out for about four weeks.

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