Report: Solskjaer eyes Manchester United star as first Besiktas signing

Besiktas’ new head coach, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has wasted no time identifying his transfer targets, with Manchester United’s Marcus Rashford reportedly at the top of his list.

The Turkish Super Lig giants are eager to turn their season around, and Rashford’s potential arrival could be the spark they need.

Solskjaer, who coached Rashford during his time at Manchester United, is keen to reunite with the 27-year-old forward in Türkiye.

Reports from Aksam suggest that Solskjaer has already discussed Rashford’s potential transfer with Besiktas’ management following their emphatic 4-1 UEFA Europa League victory over Athletic Bilbao.

Rashford’s reported dissatisfaction at Manchester United has fuelled speculation about his future, making this an opportune moment for Besiktas to strike.

Solskjaer is said to be preparing to meet with Rashford to discuss the possibility of a loan move in the January transfer window.

Rashford has been a standout figure at Manchester United since breaking into the first team in 2015. This season, he has recorded seven goals and three assists in 24 appearances.

Securing Rashford’s services would represent a major statement of intent for Besiktas, who are currently struggling to keep pace in the Super Lig title race.

Rashford, valued at €55 million, has also drawn interest from several top European clubs, including Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund, making Besiktas’ pursuit of the England international even more ambitious.

If successful, this transfer could signal the start of a new era for Besiktas under the regime of new boss Solskjaer.