Oumar Solet linked with Besiktas move from Udinese

Franco-Ivorian centre-back Oumar Solet is the subject of a transfer rumour linking him with a move from Udinese to Turkish Super Lig club Besiktas.

Solet, 26, has been with Udinese since joining the Italian club in January 2025 and remains under contract until 30 June 2027. No transfer fee or agreement has been reported for the proposed move.

The defender has made six Serie A appearances this season, starting 55% of the league matches available to him and playing 49% of Udinese’s league minutes. He has also featured twice in the Italy Cup, providing one assist.

Solet began his senior career in France with Stade Lavallois before moving to Lyon. He joined Austrian club Red Bull Salzburg in 2020 and won three Austrian league titles and two Austrian Cups during his time there.

He left Salzburg in September 2024 before joining Udinese four months later. His current market value is listed at €20m, while his contract with the Serie A club has 18 months remaining beyond the date of the rumour.

The reported interest comes as Solet continues to occupy a role in Udinese’s defensive squad, with his current campaign involving six league appearances from 11 possible matches.