Beşiktaş Complete Signing of Taylan Bulut from Schalke

Beşiktaş have signed Taylan Bulut from Schalke to strengthen their defense. The right-back joins after both clubs reached a permanent agreement. He will complete his medical soon.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Beşiktaş have agreed terms with Schalke for Taylan Bulut‘s transfer. The deal is official, and the player will have his medical in Istanbul. Bulut was a regular starter for Schalke, making 27 league appearances last season as the club finished 14th in the 2nd division of the Bundesliga. The 24-year-old defender is known for his strong tackling and ability to pass from the back.

BEŞIKTAŞ LOOK TO BOUNCE BACK

Beşiktaş are aiming to improve their squad after a difficult 2024-25 season. The team finished fourth in the Super Lig, two points behind third-place Samsunspor and thirty-three points adrift of champions Galatasaray. Defensive issues were a key problem, with the side conceding 36 goals over the campaign.

Adding a reliable right-back like Bulut is expected to address one of manager Serdar Topraktepe’s key weaknesses. The club will be hoping his Bundesliga experience helps shore up their backline and brings consistency to their performances.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Taylan Bulut will complete his medical exam before being officially presented to the fans. Beşiktaş’s first match of the new season is against Eyupspor, as the team tries to improve on the performances from last year. With both clubs aiming for a strong start, three points could set the tone for the rest of the campaign.

Beşiktaş were also knocked out of the Europa League playoffs by Shakhtar Donetsk, and will have to play the Conference League, where they have now advanced to the playoff match. Supporters are keen to see whether Bulut can have an immediate impact on the squad’s defensive record.