Benfica's Belgian winger is on Beşiktaş's agenda

Beşiktaş continues its efforts to strengthen the attack ahead of the January transfer window. Under head coach Vincenzo Italiano, whose report is guiding the transfer planning, the black-and-whites have made a good start in the Trendyol Süper Lig but have not got the results they wanted in recent weeks. Beşiktaş, which wants to bolster its wing positions, has once again put Benfica's Belgian player Dodi Lukebakio on its agenda.

According to claims in the Portuguese press, the Eagles are following the situation of the 29-year-old player. It is reported that the black-and-whites could make a new offer for Lukebakio if suitable conditions emerge. This is not the first time the player has been linked with Beşiktaş. The club also tried to bring the Belgian winger into its squad in the summer transfer window.

In a report dated 1 September 2026, the Portuguese newspaper A Bola wrote that Beşiktaş had made a loan offer with a purchase option to Benfica. The report said the formula under discussion consisted of a 5 million euro loan fee and a 20 million euro purchase option. However, no transfer took place between the parties, and Lukebakio stayed at Benfica.

In the 2026-2027 season, the Belgian winger has played 18 official matches against the Portuguese club. He came on as a substitute in 13 of those games and accumulated a total of 622 minutes. He stood out in particular for his goal contributions in the Europa League. He also came on as a substitute in Benfica's league match on 8 November, a 3-2 defeat to Estrela da Amadora.