Orkun Kökçü Set to Join Beşiktaş in Major Transfer Deal

Beşiktaş and Benfica have agreed on the transfer of Turkish player Orkun Kökçü. Kökçü will join Beşiktaş on a loan, with a commitment to buy for €25 million, plus €5 million in bonuses. The total deal is worth €30 million. Kökçü is expected to play a big role at Beşiktaş, wearing the number 10 shirt and possibly becoming the captain.

According to a previous report, Orkun Kökçü is close to joining Beşiktaş from Benfica.

BIG MOVE FINALIZED

Beşiktaş have secured their top target after a long negotiation with Benfica. The deal complies with Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules, starting with a one-year loan before a €25 million mandatory purchase, with €5 million in performance-related bonuses. Kökçü has signed a five-year contract, earning €5 million per year. He is expected to wear the number 10 shirt, and it is likely he will be named captain, underlining his importance for the club’s future plans.

KÖKÇÜ’S IMPACT AND LAST SEASON’S PERFORMANCES

Kökçü is coming off a great 2024/25 season with Benfica, where he played 55 matches, scoring 12 goals and providing 11 assists.

According to a previous report, Orkun Kökçü played 55 matches for Benfica last season with 12 goals and 11 assists.

At 24, his creativity and leadership made him vital for Benfica, who finished second in the Primeira Liga, just behind Sporting. Meanwhile, Beşiktaş ended fourth in the Süper Lig, narrowly missing a Champions League spot but securing a European berth. Kökçü’s arrival signals Beşiktaş’s ambition to return to the top and challenge for the title next season.

LOOKING AHEAD: WHAT’S NEXT FOR BEŞIKTAŞ?

Kökçü’s signing is a significant statement for Beşiktaş ahead of the new campaign. Their first league match is in three weeks against mid-table Kayserispor.

As noted in a previous report, Beşiktaş plays their next league match against Alanyaspor.

Beşiktaş aim to close the gap with Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe, who finished above them. Kökçü’s leadership and experience are expected to boost Beşiktaş’s midfield and strengthen their title challenge, as they prepare for both domestic and European competitions.