Premier League
Real Madrid maintains its interest in Kenan Yıldız, a 21-year-old Turkish forward who belongs to Juventus, while Arsenal also continues to monitor his situation. However, the Italian club does not contemplate a sale and renewed the player's contract until June 30, 2030.
Yıldız is currently undergoing a recovery period after being operated on for a fracture in his left foot on August 31. Juventus confirmed that the surgery was successful, although no specific timeline was set for his return.
Real Madrid Keeps Kenan Yıldız on Their Radar
Real Madrid's interest is not new. The white club has been following the progress of the Turkish international for some time now, who established himself during the last season as one of the players with the most offensive weight within Juventus' squad.
His numbers backed up this growth. In the 2025/26 season, he played in 47 official matches, scored 11 goals, and provided 9 assists, consolidating his position as a regular starter.
Juventus decided to protect him in February. The new contract extended his commitment until 2030, after the club itself highlighted his role in the sporting planning and his medium-term importance.
This contractual link reduces any room for a straightforward operation. Real Madrid would have to negotiate directly with the Italian entity, which has made it clear over the past few months that they have no intention of parting ways with the player.

Arsenal Also Pressures for Yıldız
Arsenal did make moves during the summer. The English club inquired about Kenan Yıldız in June and received a negative response from Juventus, which declared him off the market.
The situation did not end there. During August, the London team kept him among their offensive options after failing to secure other targets for the left flank.
In Italy, the player's valuation was placed above 100 million euros, precisely as a way to halt the interest from England. Juventus did not need to engage in negotiations as their stance remained the same throughout the market.
The sporting context also works in favor of the Italian club. Yıldız wears the number 10 and, before his injury, had become a key figure in the team. By February, he had reached 115 matches, with 25 goals and 19 assists since joining the first team.
The current injury changes the timing of any potential operation. The player must first complete his rehabilitation and regain competitive form before interested clubs can reassess his situation.
Real Madrid will continue to monitor his progress while Juventus maintains contractual control until 2030. The next decision point will come when Yıldız returns to competition, and the Italian club has to respond again if significant offers emerge from Madrid, London, or other markets.
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