Barcelona gets involved in Kenan Yildiz's situation

The bianconero winger has broken off negotiations to renew his contract and has entered the transfer market

Héctor Andreu | 12 Nov 2025 | 17.46
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Kenan Yildiz, Barcelona / DAZN objective
Kenan Yildiz, Barcelona / DAZN objective

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The young prodigy of Juventus in Turin, Kenan Yildiz, is no longer just a promise: his contractual situation has raised alarms in the European football universe. The Turkish attacking midfielder is in the middle of a tug-of-war that could determine the immediate future of the Vecchia Signora.

Turbulent Negotiations of Kenan Yildiz with Juventus

The main problem lies in the fact that Juventus and Kenan Yildiz have not been able to reach an agreement to extend his contract until 2030. According to Italian press reports, the negotiations have stalled: there is no consensus on the remuneration or certain key aspects of the new deal.

Currently, Yildiz's salary at the club is around 1.7 million euros plus bonuses. His request: to extend his contract for another year and reach a figure similar to the one recently signed by Jonathan David (6 million euros). A demand that Juventus considers excessive for its internal scale.

The board, led by Damien Comolli, and the player's entourage have decided to pause the contacts after a last summit without agreement. The atmosphere is tense: the deal seemed to be on track weeks ago, but differences in terms have turned the situation "more towards black than white."

The Market Mobilizes: Opportunity or Risk for Juventus

While Kenan Yildiz's contract remains up in the air, several European football giants are closely monitoring the situation. Chelsea, Arsenal, and Real Madrid are following the case closely, aware of the Turkish player's huge potential.

Chelsea even offered 67 million euros last summer, a proposal that Juventus rejected. However, the current situation could reignite the interest of the top clubs. Some analysts estimate that Yildiz's value could reach 100 million euros next summer if he continues to progress in the Serie A.

Nevertheless, Juventus is not giving up the fight. The Italian club still believes in one final move: the direct intervention of the owners, who could mediate to convince the player to stay and close the contract extension.

An Escape Route to FC Barcelona or a Remodeling of the Juventus Project?

The interest of FC Barcelona has not been officially confirmed, but it is said in the player's circle that the Catalan club is still closely monitoring his progress. The halt in the renewal could open a door to LaLiga if Juventus does not accelerate.

For the Turin team, losing an emerging talent like Kenan Yildiz during a reconstruction phase would be a hard blow. In the Serie A, where competition for young promises is fierce, consolidating future stars is essential.

On the other hand, the player is at a critical moment: established in Juventus' first team, with standout performances in both the Italian championship and in Europe, his form demands adequate recognition. In the agenda of top clubs, Yildiz is already seen as a gem to polish.

Yildiz, objective of Barcelona given his situation

The Future of Kenan Yildiz Hangs by a Thread

The situation of the Turkish attacking midfielder at Juventus goes beyond a simple renewal: it is a strategic crossroads. If the club manages to close the deal, it will reaffirm its commitment to young talent and retain one of its most valuable assets. If not, the door opens to a million-dollar transfer that could generate significant income but also leave a difficult void to fill.

For Kenan Yildiz, each passing day becomes a gamble: continue growing in Italy with Juventus or seek a new destination with greater economic and sporting aspirations. The clock is ticking, and the future of the young Turkish talent remains shrouded in uncertainty.

Keeping Yildiz could make a difference for Juventus in both the Serie A and on the European stage. But this stalled negotiation has already left its mark. The outcome, whatever it may be, will unquestionably have Kenan Yildiz at its core.

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