Besiktas have completed the signing of Eric Bailly from Manchester United, both clubs have confirmed.
The 29-year-old defender made it clear that he was not part of United manager Erik ten Hag’s plans when the Dutch manager took over last year. As a result, he spent the 2022/23 season on loan at Olympique Marseille, and by moving to the Turkish Super League, he followed in the footsteps of midfielder Fred, who had previously moved to Fenerbahçe.
Since joining United in 2016 from Villarreal and becoming the first player to sign José Mourinho at Old Trafford, Bailly has made just 113 appearances for the club, scoring one goal and providing one assist. .
“Everyone at United thank Eric for his contribution to the club and wish him all the best for the future,” a United spokesman said. statement is reading.