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Orlando City confirm Larin transfer to Besiktas with terse statement

Orlando City has confirmed the club has come to an agreement with Turkish side Besiktas over the transfer of Cyle Larin.

The move ended a dispute between the MLS side and the Turkish club over Larin, who had previously undergone a physical with Besiktas against Orlando City's wishes.

But on Tuesday, Orlando City confirmed the 22-year-old Canadian forward is on his way to Turkey – albeit with a statement that barely concealed the club's bitterness at the situation.

"Although the club was disappointed with the unacceptable behavior of the athlete and his representatives, a decision was taken to guarantee compensation with the club’s future in mind," Orlando City said in a team release.