Arsenal Fire Back at Turkish Clubs Circling Star Winger Leandro Trossard

Arsenal's Belgian winger Leandro Trossard has been the subject of transfer speculation involving Turkish club Beşiktaş recently, however the Gunners are expected to retain the player as an overseas transfer appears unlikely.

The Belgian attacker penned fresh terms with the north London outfit in what was characterized as a contractual 'modification' during August. Trossard secured improved wages through this revised agreement, though his tenure at the club wasn't lengthened.

This arrangement reportedly reflected Trossard's enhanced importance at the club following his January 2023 transfer from Brighton & Hove Albion. Without any extension included in the updated terms, Trossard's current deal runs until 2027.

Following speculation about a potential €22 million (£19.1 million, $25.7 million) offer being submitted, Fabrizio Romano indicated that such a transfer has "no chance of happening now."

The 30-year-old Trossard has alternated between starting and substitute roles for Arsenal since his arrival during the club's initial attempt at three straight title campaigns. The Gunners had frequently pursued Ukrainian winger Mykhailo Mudryk during that transfer window, but Chelsea ultimately secured his services. Arsenal subsequently turned their attention to Trossard. In Premier League competition alone, Trossard has featured in 93 matches for the Gunners, netting 21 times while contributing 18 assists.

He has additionally appeared 23 times in Champions League action with nine goal involvements. Arteta presumably appreciates his adaptability considering the Belgian's comfort using either foot. While he may lack the speed that teammate Gabriel Martinelli offers, Trossard has demonstrated his worth as a squad asset.

However, as time has progressed, he hasn't established himself as a guaranteed weekly starter while competing for playing time with Gabriel Martinelli. With Eberechi Eze now joining the roster, there's additional competition for a place in Mikel Arteta's first eleven.

By rejecting Turkish interest, Arsenal and Arteta presumably believe he continues to provide significant value to the club in whatever role required. Beşiktaş had also been connected with Manchester United's out-of-favor winger Jadon Sancho, though the English player opted for a loan switch to Aston Villa instead.