Ikhtisar Basingstoke

Besiktas’ ambitious attempt to land Mohamed Salah as a free agent has hit a significant roadblock, prompting the Turkish giants to explore high-profile alternatives in Serie A. The Egyptian icon had been heavily linked with a move to Istanbul following the expiration of his Liverpool contract, but internal disputes over the finer details of the deal have opened the door for a potential pursuit of AC Milan's Rafael Leao instead.

Rafael Leao's AC Milan future remains uncertain as Fenerbahce prepare fresh talks and a lucrative salary package in an attempt to win the race for the Portugal international. With Premier League and Liga interest yet to materialise, the Turkish giants believe they have a genuine opportunity.