Oh Hyun-kyu earns the title of 'EPL-winning winger'! Besiktas signs Arsenal's Leandro Trossard... Transfer fee 34 billion won

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A solid support force has arrived for Oh Hyun-kyu, a forward for the South Korean national team. His club, Besiktas (Turkey), has signed Belgian national team striker Leandro Trossard.

On the 15th (Korean time), Besiktas announced the permanent signing of Trossard through its official website and social media channels. In the released photo, Trossard is seen wearing a Besiktas jersey with a bright smile.

Earlier, Arsenal also confirmed that it had permitted Trossard to travel to Istanbul, Turkey, for medical tests ahead of his move to Besiktas.

According to Reuters, Trossard's transfer fee is 17 million pounds (approximately 34 billion won). Trossard's contract with Arsenal was set to expire in 2027 and included a one-year extension option. With the contract nearing its end, it appears Arsenal opted to sell Trossard for a transfer fee.

Trossard, originally from Belgium, played for KRC Genk (Belgium) and Brighton & Hove Albion (England) before joining Arsenal in 2023. He frequently operated on both the flanks and in central areas, playing without distinction between starting and substitute roles, and also made a strong impression as an elite substitute.

Trossard contributed to Arsenal's return to the top of the English Premier League (EPL) for the first time in 22 years during the 2025-2026 season. He appeared in 31 league matches, recording six goals and six assists.

He also performed well for the Belgian national team. In six matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, Trossard scored two goals and provided two assists, leading Belgium to the quarterfinals.

Serdar Adal, chairman of Besiktas, expressed his expectations: "I hope this turns out to be a good thing. I hope Trossard meets our expectations." Vice Chairman Murat Klrçi also welcomed the signing, describing Trossard as a "world-class star."

Trossard stated upon joining the club: "I want to experience even better things while wearing the Besiktas jersey. I look forward to meeting the fans soon."

With Trossard's arrival, there is now hope for strong chemistry with Oh Hyun-kyu. South Korean national team striker Oh Hyun-kyu immediately established himself as a starting forward after moving to Besiktas, one of Turkey's prestigious clubs, in February. Since the transfer, he has recorded six goals and one assist in 13 league matches.

Oh Hyun-kyu also delivered impressive performances at the World Cup. In particular, during the first group stage match against Czechia, he scored a dramatic winning goal to lead South Korea to a 2-1 victory.

After completing his World Cup duties, Oh Hyun-kyu returned to Besiktas and began preparations for the new season. In the first pre-season match immediately after his return, he also activated his scoring prowess.

While conducting training in Slovakia, Besiktas played a friendly match against MalJenniece of the Slovak Second Division on this day. Oh Hyun-kyu, deployed as the leading striker, scored the opening goal in the 11th minute of the first half, quickly regaining his scoring rhythm.

Turkish media Alanya Post praised Oh Hyun-kyu, stating: "Oh Hyun-kyu delivered performances that raised expectations." The outlet added, "He showed not only goals but also active movement, earning recognition as one of the standout players during the pre-season preparation process."

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