Besiktas are in talks with an unnamed club regarding an offer for Demir Ege Tıknaz, a 21-year-old Turkish midfielder who has expressed a desire to leave. Tıknaz is a Türkiye U21 international with 9 caps, and he has made 10 appearances and provided one assist in the Süper Lig this season. He joined the club in May 2023 and his contract is valid until June 2028. The midfielder has recently been linked with Sporting Braga and Fenerbahçe. It has been reported that Braga submitted a €5 million offer in January 2026. This followed a loan spell at Rio Ave, where the club held a €5 million purchase option that was not exercised. According to Transfermarkt, his current valuation is €6.00m.