DELE ALLI was given a hero’s welcome in Turkey as he prepares to seal a season-long loan move to Besiktas.
The attacking midfielder, 26, is looking to resurrect his career after a disastrous few months at Everton.
Dele Alli was unveiled as a Besiktas player after completing a loan move
Alli received a big welcome after landing in Istanbul
Besiktas fans gathered in huge numbers to welcome their new signing
He made just 13 appearances without scoring for the Toffees and is looking to get back to form playing for Turkish giants Besiktas.
And if he impresses for the Black Eagles the club could make his stay permanent for £6million.
Alli got off to a dream start as soon as he landed in Instanbul as a huge crowd gathered at Ataturk Airport to catch a glimpse of their new signing.
The former England international still needs to complete a medical to finalise the move but he has been received with open arms by Besiktas fans.
Alli was presented to the crowd wearing a Besiktas scarf and was presented a huge bouquet of flowers as a hype man warmed up the crowd.
Next it was Alli’s turn to orchestrate the crowd’s chanting – the crowd getting louder and quieter according to Alli’s instruction.
Alli’s medical will take place on Thursday and he should be able to make his debut against Sivasspor on Monday if he is registered in time.
The former Tottenham star arrives with Besiktas well in the mix for a title challenge as Valérien Ismaël’s side have seven points from three games, the joint-highest total in the league.
Meanwhile, Everton also look set to lose Anthony Gordon after he told the club he wants to leave amid interest from Chelsea.
The Blues are reportedly prepared to up their offer to £60m to sign the England under-21 international after seeing two bids knocked back last week.
