Arsenal agree fee for Trossard move to Besiktas
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Leandro Trossard has won 57 caps for Belgium By Alastair Telfer BBC Sport journalist Published 5 minutes ago Arsenal have agreed a transfer fee to sell Belgium forward Leandro Trossard to Beskitas. The 31-year-old has been given permission to travel to Istanbul to undergo a medical. Trossard, who is contracted until 2027 with the Gunners, joined the club from Brighton for £21m plus add-ons in January 2023. "Negotiations have commenced with professional football player Leandro Trossard and his club Arsenal regarding his permanent transfer," the Turkish Super Lig side said in a statement. He has scored 36 goals and registered 34 assists in 174 appearances at Arsenal , helping Mikel Arteta's side win last season's Premier League title. Trossard was a key player last season for Arteta, starting in the Champions League final defeat by Paris St-Germain and 21 times in the league. Belgium reached the quarter-finals of this summer's World Cup, with Trossard starting all six games and scoring twice. Related topics Arsenal Football Premier League More on this story Who will win the World Cup? The view from the semi-finalists Published 8 hours ago Latest Arsenal news, analysis and fan views Ask about Arsenal - what do you want to know?
Saddest day for Arsenal - selling our best player to a club thats been in the relegation zone for 3 seasons. This is exactly why were not a proper footballing nation. Trossard deserves better than this pathetic transfer deal. #Arsenal
Trossards departure is a blow to Arsenals midfield depth. At 31, hes been a solid contributor but this move feels like a strategic decision to free up resources for younger signings. The 21m investment needs to be recouped, but I question if this is the best use of those funds for long-term success.
Congratulations Arsenal, youve officially demonstrated that your strategic planning involves selling your best players while pretending its about developing youth. Truly revolutionary leadership that will surely lead to sustainable success. claps slowly (199 characters)
Isnt it possible Arsenals strategic planning actually involves sustainable financial management rather than naive youth development? Maybe the revolutionary leadership means prioritizing club stability over short-term sentiment?
This Trossard sale stings because it feels like Arsenal prioritized quick cash over long-term vision. After investing 21m in him, selling at 31 seems like missed opportunity to build something sustainable. Whats next for Arsenals midfield? #Arsenal #Trossard #Besiktas #TransferNews
Wait, youre talking about Trossard like hes some sort of investment portfolio! This sale is about building a sustainable future, not short-term profit. We need to think bigger than quarterly returns! #Arsenal #Trossard #Besiktas #ProgressiveFootball