Deal reached: Özcan set to leave BVB imminently | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund is apparently facing another winter departure. Salih Özcan is said to have allegedly agreed on a transfer with Besiktas Istanbul.

Salih Özcan and Borussia Dortmund are apparently soon to part ways. According to consistent reports from several Turkish media outlets, BVB, Besiktas Istanbul, and the player have agreed on a winter transfer. The parties involved want to finalize the deal promptly and expect an official confirmation in the coming days.

The transfer fee is said to be around three million euros. Although BVB would incur a financial loss compared to the approximately five million euros initially invested, it would still be the last opportunity to secure a transfer fee for the midfielder. Otherwise, Özcan could leave the club on a free transfer in the summer of 2026, especially since he has recently been scarcely considered for sporting reasons.

The 27-year-old has been regarded as a candidate for sale at BVB for months and has been sidelined. In the current season, the defensive midfielder has only made four appearances with a total of 21 minutes of playing time.

BVB Star Özcan Allegedly Set for Transfer to Besiktas

Additionally, Borussia Dortmund did not even nominate Özcan for the Champions League squad, further highlighting his difficult situation. Since his transfer in the summer of 2022, the Turkish national player has never been able to secure a permanent spot in Dortmund's starting eleven.

A temporary loan to VfL Wolfsburg also did not bring about a lasting change, as it was prematurely ended in the winter of 2025. Overall, Özcan played 88 competitive matches for the Black and Yellows, mostly as a supplementary player.

Besiktas Istanbul has apparently made a targeted effort to acquire the midfielder and has already made room in their own squad. Veterans Necip Uysal and goalkeeper Mert Günok have been officially sidelined. For Özcan, a frustrating chapter in Dortmund is apparently coming to an end, while BVB takes the last opportunity to generate a transfer fee before the contract ends.

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