FORMER Liverpool and England star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is keen on a return to England, SunSports understands.
The 31-year-old has endured a frustrating season in Turkey with chances limited at Besiktas.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain could be on his way back to the Premier League from TurkeyGetty
His return of one goal and six appearances is well below what he would have wanted at this stage of the campaign.
Reports in Turkey suggest the club’s new manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to give the talented midfielder a chance, handing him just his second start on Sunday.
But Oxlade-Chamberlain, linked with Brentford last year, is attracted by the idea of heading back to the Premier League – where there is interest in the player.
Leicester and Wolves are both monitoring his availability ahead of the transfer window closing next Monday.
They believe his versatility and top-flight experience could be a vital addition to their squad as they battle the drop.
And Leeds in the Championship are also believed to be keen on the player if he becomes available.
The Yorkshire club think he could add the quality required to take them back into the Premier League.
Besiktas are likely to allow the 35-cap Three Lions international to leave on loan with a view to a permanent switch if the move works out.
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Back in the summer, SunSport revealed another Championship side are keen on the ex-Arsenal man.
Now more reports in Turkey state Sheffield United could be set to reignite their interest.
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If he joins the Blades, Oxlade-Chamberlain will play alongside former Liverpool team-mate Brewster, the 24-year-old striker who started his professional career with the Reds.
The pair were both part of the Liverpool squad that won the Champions League in 2019.
Oxlade-Chamberlain made 146 appearances during a six-year spell with Liverpool, during which the team won five trophies – including the Premier League and Champions League.
He joined Besiktas in August 2023 following his Anfield release and helped the team win the Turkish Cup last term.
But fiancee Perrie Edwards – with whom he has son Axel – revealed how him living in Turkey has taken its toll.
Speaking in April, she said: “I have to be honest – I’m not going to sugarcoat it – it’s blooming hard . . . it’s really hard. I’m struggling a bit with the Turkey situation.
“When he played for Arsenal it was great because he was just down the road. Liverpool, Manchester, not that bad, but Turkey!
“Turkey is a little bit further and the thing is they are so busy. They train every day practically.
“But do you know what? We make it work, because we make it work for the ones we love.
“So it’s fun, it’s exciting. It still keeps it fresh, I think.”
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