Football careers often come full circle—and it looks like Memphis Depay might be the latest player to reconnect with a familiar face from his past.
After a rocky period in Brazil, the Dutch forward could soon be packing his bags for a fresh start in Turkey, and this time, it might involve linking back up with former Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Trouble Brewing in Brazil
Things have taken a sour turn for Depay at Corinthians, where he’s currently under contract.
According to reports out of Brazil, the 30-year-old has stopped showing up for training due to a financial fallout with the club.
Corinthians allegedly owe him a hefty sum—about £625,000 in unpaid wages, with an additional £1.25 million in bonuses expected by September.
With the relationship between player and club deteriorating fast, it’s looking more and more like Depay is ready to move on—just one year shy of the end of his contract.
Besiktas Keen to Strike a Deal
Enter Besiktas. The Turkish giants, now managed by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, are eyeing Depay as a potential summer signing.
According to Turkish outlet fotoMac, the club has already been given the green light to begin talks with Depay over personal terms.
While nothing is official yet, all signs point toward Depay being open to the switch—especially if it helps him move on from the drama in Brazil.
A Reunion Years in the Making
Although Depay and Solskjaer never worked together at Manchester United, their connection still runs through the club.
Depay joined United back in 2015 in a £25 million move, but his time at Old Trafford didn’t exactly go to plan—he scored only seven goals across 53 appearances before leaving in 2017. Solskjaer took over a year later.
Now, with both men following different paths since their time in Manchester, fate may be lining them up for a fresh chapter together.
A Rollercoaster Career Since Old Trafford
After leaving Manchester, Depay rediscovered his form at Lyon, where he impressed with 76 goals over five seasons.
His performances in France earned him moves to Barcelona and then Atletico Madrid before eventually landing at Corinthians.
Despite club-level ups and downs, Depay has always shone brightly on the international stage.
He’s now tied with Robin van Persie as the all-time leading scorer for the Netherlands—a testament to his undeniable talent.
A New Chapter in Turkey?
If the deal with Besiktas goes through, Depay could be getting a much-needed reset—and potentially a strong partnership with Solskjaer to guide him. With Besiktas looking to strengthen and Depay eager for a change, this move could be a win for both sides.
The only thing standing in the way now? Agreeing on the fine print.