Nuno Tavares is poised to move from Lazio to Besiktas on a €1m loan with a €9m obligation to buy. Punters: Besiktas’ defensive reinforcement could shorten their odds for clean sheets and attacking returns from the wing-back; consider backing Besiktas for improved defensive markets or Tavares to register assists in early league matches.
Besiktas Close In on Nuno Tavares Transfer from Lazio
Nuno Tavares is edging closer to leaving Lazio, with Besiktas emerging as the leading destination for the Portuguese left wing-back. After a period of limited movement, talks between the two clubs have quickened, and both sides are working to finalise the last elements of the agreement.
Deal Structure: Loan with Obligation to Buy
Negotiations are reportedly centred on a paid loan worth around €1m, accompanied by an obligation to buy set at approximately €9m. That structure would allow Besiktas to secure Tavares immediately while deferring the permanent transfer fee into a later window.
Why Besiktas Want Tavares
Besiktas view Tavares as a ready-made solution on the left flank — a dynamic full-back who can contribute defensively and join attacks. The club’s leadership has publicly expressed confidence in the operation, signalling belief that Tavares will make an immediate impact on the team’s balance and offensive width.
Implications for Lazio
For Lazio, the departure of Tavares would free up squad space and generate funds to reinvest, giving the club flexibility in the transfer market. Losing a player with Tavares’ profile could require tactical adjustments, particularly on the left side, as Lazio assess replacement options.
Timeline and Next Steps
If no unexpected issues emerge, the deal is expected to be completed in the coming days. Both clubs are focusing on finalising paperwork and the precise timing of the loan-to-buy mechanism, after which Tavares would be integrated into Besiktas’ squad preparations.
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