Russian midfield transfer on the agenda in the Süper Lig

Beşiktaş and Galatasaray, both looking to strengthen their midfield in the winter break, are claimed to have targeted the same player. According to Russian journalist Karpov, the two clubs are interested in Matvey Kislyak, who plays for CSKA Moscow.

The report said an official from Beşiktaş management will travel to Russia in November to hold talks about a Kislyak transfer. CSKA Moscow is reportedly expecting a transfer fee of between 30 and 35 million euros for the player.

On the Galatasaray side, the report says the club decided to turn to the Russian market after the transfer of Aleksey Batrakov. The yellow-reds are said to be trying to lay the groundwork for a move for Kislyak, who is listed among Russia's most promising players.

The 21-year-old, who can play as a central midfielder or a deep-lying libero, rose to CSKA Moscow's first team in 2024. Kislyak has so far made 98 appearances, scoring 13 goals and providing 12 assists.