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It was announced this week that Besiktas would be terminating the contract of former Real Madrid defender Pepe, with the Turkish side struggling financially. The 35-year-old was one of the highest earners with the Istanbul-based club, with his two-year contract worth an alleged £9m-a-year for the Portuguese star, as reported by Goal.
Impressively, the 35-year-old managed to score five goals in his 17 appearances this season, but has had to depart for the sake of the club’s finances. In what was an amazing gesture, Pepe covered the unpaid wages of some Besiktas staff before he left.
He is still a mainstay in the Portugal national team and has experience at the very top of the game. Commendably, the veteran defender has won numerous Champions League titles as well as a European Championship, and would certainly do a job for one or two more seasons.
Topically, in the midst of their own injury crisis in defence, would you like to see Liverpool sign Pepe to strengthen their squad and boost their title hopes? Have your say down below…