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Besiktas forward Semih Kilicsoy has reportedly drawn serious interest from newly promoted Premier League club Leeds United, which is said to be preparing an £18 million ($24.23 million) bid for the 19-year-old talent.
According to U.K. outlet TEAMtalk, Leeds—returning to the Premier League after winning the Championship with 100 points—is aiming to strengthen its squad. Under head coach Daniel Farke, the club has identified Kilicsoy as a key target, along with Fulham’s Rodrigo Muniz and Union SG’s Noah Sadiki.
Kilicsoy, a product of Besiktas' youth academy, has gained widespread attention for his strong performances this season. Although primarily a centre-forward, he has also been used effectively as a left winger, displaying versatility in the attacking third.
Over the season, Kilicsoy started 25 matches as a centre-forward and 20 as a left winger, showcasing his flexibility and tactical awareness. His development has made him one of the most promising young players in football in Türkiye.
A potential move to Leeds would mark his first transfer abroad and could represent a major step forward in both his career and Besiktas's long-standing reputation for producing top talent.
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