Besiktas pursues Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado ahead of transfer deadline

Besiktas has intensified its efforts to acquire Marc Casado from Barcelona as the summer transfer window nears its close. With Casado deemed surplus to requirements at Camp Nou, the Turkish club is the only one to make a formal offer thus far, having initially faced competition from RB Leipzig, which has since withdrawn its interest. Despite this, Casado remains hesitant about the move, reportedly preferring to explore options in other European leagues. As the deadline approaches, negotiations are ongoing among Barcelona, Casado, and his representative, Jorge Mendes.

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