Oxlade-Chamberlain departed Liverpool last summer, signing with Besiktas as a free agent. However, the 30-year-old struggled to make an impact with the Turkish club, who ended up finishing sixth in the Super Lig last season. Besiktas have since appointed former Rangers manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst, who is aiming to revamp the squad.
According to The Sun, Sheffield United, a Championship team, are looking to strengthen their squad this summer and have set their sights on Crystal Palace forward Jesurun Rak-Sakyi for a loan deal. However, if the Blades fail to secure him, they may turn their attention to the former Liverpool and Arsenal midfielder to add experience to their lineup.
Express Sport reports that Premier League side Ipswich Town is also interested in Oxlade-Chamberlain, though there have been ‘no concrete talks’ between the parties about a potential transfer. The report adds that his salary could pose a significant challenge in negotiations.
The 30-year-old’s wage demands are expected to be a major hurdle for any interested club, and it remains to be seen if Besiktas will be open to negotiating the financial terms.