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Joe Willock's Newcastle future uncertain as Besiktas interest remains

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 1:00 AM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Joe Willock's Newcastle future uncertain as Besiktas interest remains

Summary

Joe Willock's future with Newcastle United appears uncertain as the club has not progressed on a contract extension despite his solid start this season. Willock has scored three goals in his first seven appearances but is still under contract until next summer. Besiktas, which previously made an approach for the midfielder, remains interested as Newcastle rejected a £17 million offer this summer. If an extension is not secured, Newcastle may consider selling Willock in January to avoid losing him for free. The decision will be crucial for the club as January approaches.

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Status Watch

•Willock has scored three goals in seven appearances this season.
•His contract expires next summer, allowing a pre-contract with foreign clubs in January.
•Newcastle rejected a £17 million offer from Besiktas in the summer.
•The club faces a decision on a potential January sale or contract extension.
•Daily Mail reports that an extension is not close despite earlier expectations.

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1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Joe Willock Future Takes New Twist as Besiktas Interest Remains

What they're saying

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Joe Willock appeared to have played his way firmly into Matthias Jaissle’s plans after Newcastle United rejected Besiktas’ summer approach and the midfielder responded with three goals in his first seven appearances of the season. However, Daily Mail’s Craig Hope reported that the outlook on Willock’s Newcastle future has changed significantly, with no extension currently […]
— Yahoo Sports

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