5 November 2026 Transfer Roundup: January Window Plans

With the opening weeks of the Süper Lig season behind them, clubs are now looking ahead to the January mid-season window. No deal is official yet. Everything below is based on press reports and rumours, not confirmed transfers.

Fenerbahçe prepare a midfield overhaul

Fenerbahçe are reportedly considering bringing in two midfielders in January. According to the reports, the Guendouzi-Kante era is gradually coming to an end, and the board wants to build a new structure in that area. Corinthians' young midfielder Breno Bidon is reportedly the main target, with Danilo mentioned as an alternative.

The reports say the club plans to make its move in December, so it is early for a concrete offer or formal talks. Bidon's age and potential fit the club's medium-term plan. His fee and his club's stance remain unclear.

Trabzonspor to hold talks in Belgrade

Trabzonspor are said to want more squad depth at the mid-season break. Reports claim a meeting over Slovenian midfielder Elšnik could take place in Belgrade. An operation worth around 5 million euros was reportedly in the works earlier, and Trabzonspor are said to be back on the player's trail.

It is not clear when the meeting will happen or where the two sides might agree on a fee. The player's club has not commented. For now this is only an intention, and it should become clearer as January approaches.

English interest in Gabriel Sara

Galatasaray midfielder Gabriel Sara is reportedly attracting strong interest from England. The claim is that five English clubs are monitoring him. Leeds United are said to keep the 27-year-old among the players they are tracking before the January window.

Galatasaray have not said anything about selling him. Whether the club would let a key player go mid-season will depend on sporting results and the level of any offers. It is also unclear whether the interested clubs will make official bids.

Beşiktaş prepare for January

Reports say Beşiktaş are close to finalising their first signing, to arrive in January. According to the headline in the press, the first signature will come in the new year. The club is also said to be planning reinforcements in several positions for the second half of the season. The player and fee details are unconfirmed, so an official announcement is needed before any name or figure can be treated as fact.

The bigger picture

In early November, clubs' January plans are starting to take shape. Fenerbahçe intend to act in December. Trabzonspor are preparing to sit down at the table. Galatasaray are dealing with suitors for one of their players. Stories like these can change quickly with form, injuries and board budget decisions. Over the coming weeks, official talks and agents' comments should clear up the picture.

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