Turkish media reports that Trabzonspor have abandoned their pursuit of Watford defender Wesley Hoedt.
Recent reports suggest that Trabzonspor, who had been linked with Watford defender Wesley Hoedt, have shifted their focus to another central defender.
According to Haber Anlik, Trabzonspor are now pursuing Zorya Luhansk’s Arseniy Batagov. The Turkish club is reportedly in negotiations to sign the 22-year-old and has agreed on a transfer fee of €2.5 million with his current team.
Since the arrival of Stefan Savić earlier in the transfer window, Trabzonspor have been looking to bring in a partner for the former Manchester City player. Hoedt was their first choice, but despite four offers from the Turkish side they couldn’t finalise an agreement with Watford.
Hoedt was reportedly keen to sign for the Trabzon club, with claims he’d agreed personal terms with them. There was also concern last week within the Super Lig side’s camp when the defender picked up a knee injury in Watford’s pre-season loss to Wycombe Wanderers.