Liverpool targets Besiktas midfielder Orkun Kokcu amidst transfer chatter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Despite the transfer window currently closed, Liverpool remains linked with potential signings, particularly Besiktas captain Orkun Kokcu. With concerns around their midfield, Liverpool is exploring options to bolster their squad as they prepare to face Manchester City after the international break. A successful acquisition of Kokcu before January could address their pressing need for a defensive midfielder and support manager Julian Ward in his new role.
- •Liverpool remains unbeaten across all competitions this season.
- •They face Manchester City after the international break on October 1.
- •Kokcu is viewed as a key addition to address midfield issues.
- •Liverpool previously explored Kokcu as a potential signing.
- •Beşiktaş management is cautious about receiving offers for their players.
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"The transfer window may be shut at the moment but, that hasn't stopped Liverpool from being linked with new players. The Anfield outfit have a lot of issues that still need to be resolved among their ...
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