Besiktas have made an opening move to sign Mohamed Salah, submitting a contract offer to the Egyptian forward after his Liverpool departure. The approach signals clear intent from the Turkish giants as they explore one of the biggest possible deals on the market.
A pursuit of Salah would represent a major statement from Besiktas. His reputation, experience and global profile would make him a headline signing not only for the club, but for the Turkish Super Lig as a whole.
At this stage, the proposal appears to be an initial step rather than a completed agreement. Any transfer would still depend on whether discussions progress and whether the terms on the table match what Salah wants for the next phase of his career.
Even so, the fact that Besiktas have formally tabled an offer shows the level of their ambition. If the move develops further, it could become one of the most closely watched stories of the transfer window.