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Big turnaround for Sadio Mané, it's here!
The Turkish transfer window is coming to an end and Besiktas are trying one last move by attracting Sadio Mané, currently at Al Nassr. However, negotiations are hampered by the closure of the market in Saudi Arabia, making a transfer more likely in January. An opportunity for the Senegalese striker, who has been losing momentum, to relaunch his career in a competitive championship.
As the Turkish transfer window closes tonight, Besiktas are still hoping to pull off a major coup by signing Sadio Mané. For several days, rumours have been circulating about a possible transfer of the Senegalese striker to the Istanbul club. However, negotiations with Al Nassr, where Mané currently plays, are proving complex, and according to the newspaper Fotomaç, a departure seems more likely in January.
The main reason for the postponement of this transaction is the closure of the transfer market in Saudi Arabia since September 2. This situation complicates the possibility for Al Nassr to replace Sadio Mané in time. Indeed, the Riyadh club, where Cristiano Ronaldo also plays, wants to make sure to find a replacement before letting the Senegalese striker leave. According to Goal.com and relayed by Foot Mercato, Al Nassr is considering strengthening itself with Mateo Kovacic, Manchester City midfielder. The departure of the captain of the Lions of Teranga in January would free up a place for a foreign player in the Saudi squad, thus facilitating this potential arrival.
Arriving during the summer transfer window from Bayern Munich, Sadio Mané joined Al Nassr for a fee of 30 million euros. Upon his arrival, many hopes rested on him, both to strengthen the attack and to bring his experience as a player who has shone in the biggest European competitions. Since then, Mané has played 50 games in all competitions with the Saudi club, against 19 goals and 13 assists.
However, despite these respectable statistics, his overall performance has not reached the level hoped for. His market value has drastically dropped from €150 million to just €15 million according to specialist website Transfermarkt. At 32, the former Liverpool and Bayern Munich player is struggling to regain his former glory, and many are wondering about his future at the highest level.
Sadio Mane's decline is a source of concern for his fans and former teammates. Once one of the most feared players in the Premier League while playing for Liverpool, Mane has struggled to find his form since his move to Saudi Arabia. His inconsistent performances, combined with the normal physical development of a player approaching his late 30s, suggest that his best years are behind him.
But a move to Besiktas could be an opportunity for him to relaunch his career in a more competitive league with European ambitions. Turkish clubs' interest in experienced players like Sadio Mane is nothing new, and his arrival in Turkey could mark a new chapter in his career.
By joining Besiktas, Sadio Mane would have the opportunity to reinvent himself in a league that is more moderate than the Premier League or the Bundesliga, while still playing at a competitive level. Besiktas, one of the most successful clubs in Turkey, are looking to strengthen their squad to return to the top of Turkish football and make a name for themselves in Europe. The addition of Mane to their attack could be a major asset in this quest.
The Senegalese would not only bring international experience but also leadership potential, having played under great coaches and alongside world-class players. However, much will depend on the upcoming talks between the clubs and whether Besiktas can convince Al Nassr to let the striker leave in January.
The saga of Sadio Mané's transfer to Besiktas is far from over. While the transfer market is closing its doors in Turkey, negotiations with Al Nassr seem to have been postponed until January. In any case, the Senegalese striker born in Bambali, who has been losing momentum in recent months, could find an opportunity for a revival in this transfer. It remains to be seen whether this operation will come to fruition and whether Mané will be able to return to his best level in Turkey.
