Joe Willock agrees personal terms with Besiktas ahead of January move
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Joe Willock has reportedly agreed to personal terms with Turkish side Besiktas, setting the stage for a potential transfer from Newcastle United during the January window. The midfielder's contract is nearing its end, allowing him to negotiate with overseas clubs starting January. Besiktas aims to make Willock a keyfigure after previously attempting to secure his services. Newcastle faces a dilemma in deciding whether to sell the player now or risk losing him for free next summer. Meanwhile, Newcastle head coach Matthias Jaissle has expressed his desire to retain Willock, citing his value to the team.
- •Willock's current contract expires at the end of the 2026/27 season.
- •Besiktas has been pursuing Willock since the summer transfer window.
- •Negotiations between Newcastle and Willock's representatives have stalled.
- •Jaissle values Willock and wants him to stay at Newcastle.
- •Besiktas aims to finalize a deal in January, pending negotiations with Newcastle.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Joe Willock Had Agreed Personal Terms With Turkish Side Besikitas
"The Magpies face a looming January crisis as their midfield star edges toward Istanbul, leaving the club to choose between a cut-price sale or a devastating free exit.
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