Besiktas’ Van Bronckhorst: ‘Transfer Window Not Closed, We Want Stronger Squad’

Besiktas manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst has expressed his satisfaction with the team’s start to the season, including their recent Super Cup victory. He emphasized his desire to secure a spot in the Europa League group stage and expressed confidence in the team’s ability to achieve this goal. However, he also acknowledged that the transfer window remains open and that Besiktas is actively looking to strengthen their squad to prepare for a busy season ahead. Van Bronckhorst highlighted the need for squad depth, particularly with the upcoming schedule including both domestic and European competitions. He also provided an update on injured players, stating that midfielder Tayyip Talha Sanuc will require a long rehabilitation process after a cruciate ligament injury. Van Bronckhorst acknowledged the new format of the Europa League, which includes more teams and a wider range of opponents, and expressed his enthusiasm for this change.