Besiktas buys out Gedson Fernandes' full rights ahead of possible Spartak Moscow move

Besiktas has acquired the remaining 50% economic rights of midfielder Gedson Fernandes from SL Benfica for €10 million ($11.53 million), a move believed to be directly tied to a possible high-value transfer to Spartak Moscow. With full ownership secured, Besiktas now stands to receive 100% of the revenue from a sale that could reach up to €25 million.

The strategic buyout suggests that Besiktas is preparing to finalize Gedson’s transfer to the Russian club Spartak Moscow very soon.

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From shared rights to full control

Gedson Fernandes was initially transferred from Benfica to Besiktas in 2022 for €6 million. As part of that deal, Benfica retained 50% of the player’s future resale value. On July 29, Besiktas officially announced via the Public Disclosure Platform (KAP) that it had purchased Benfica’s share for €10 million, giving it 100% control over the player's economic rights.

Spartak Moscow transfer in works

• With full rights now secured, Besiktas is close to finalizing a deal with Spartak Moscow, reportedly worth €20 million upfront plus €5 million in performance bonuses, bringing the total potential deal value to €25 million.
• Previously, Besiktas was hesitant to proceed with such a deal due to Benfica's 50% claim, which would have limited Besiktas’ return to just half the sale.
• Now, with the buyout complete, Besiktas will retain 100% of the income from the Spartak deal, which may have been a key reason behind the decision to pay Benfica €10 million up front.

July 29, 2025 04:34 PM GMT+03:00