Beşiktaş is interested in Sassuolo's 27-year-old Norwegian midfielder Kristian Thorstvedt, who has also been linked with Fiorentina. It is reported that initial contacts have been made for the player. Beşiktaş aims to satisfy their coach, Vincenzo Italiano, who has appreciated Thorstvedt's qualities since his time at Bologna. The clubs are said to be working towards an agreement, with Sassuolo's asking price being approximately 15 million euros. Thorstvedt's current participation in the World Cup could potentially increase his value. The central midfielder has a contract with the Italian club until 2027 and has earned 39 caps for Norway, scoring 4 goals. In the 2025/2026 Serie A season, he recorded 4 goals and 4 assists in 32 appearances. Sassuolo signed the player from Genk in July 2022 for a fee that is reported to be €10 million, and his current market value according to Transfermarkt is €12.00m.