Samir Nasri in advanced discussions with Besiktas

According to L’Équipe, Manchester City’s attacking midfielder Samir Nasri is nearing a move to Besiktas.

Inter Milan and AC Milan both reached out to the player, but talks between Manchester City and Turkish giants Besiktas are at a serious stage.

Samir Nasri has accepted the possibility of joining the Turkish side, according to the report.

The nature of the deal is shaping up to be a loan with an option to buy. Manchester City and Besiktas are still negotiating who will pay what in terms of the player’s wages for the duration of the loan.

A deal could be completed at the beginning of next week.