Chelsea have reportedly made a bold attempt to sign Juventus star Kenan Yildiz, offering between €65 and €68 million.
The 20-year-old Turkish forward has caught the attention of top European clubs after a standout season in Italy. However, Juventus have turned down Chelsea’s substantial bid, making it clear they consider Yildiz untouchable.
The Blues have been active this summer, adding fresh faces such as Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens, and Liam Delap. Now, they seem focused on enhancing their attack amid uncertainty around Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson.
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Noni Madueke’s departure has only increased the urgency for reinforcements in the final third.
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Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport claims Juventus remain firm on keeping Yildiz, who they see as crucial to their future. He is seen as a cornerstone of their long-term project to challenge for top honors again.
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Yildiz’s performances have not gone unnoticed. Last season, he scored 12 goals and delivered nine assists in all competitions. He impressed further in the Club World Cup, helping Juve reach the round of 16.
Despite their narrow 1-0 loss to Real Madrid, his creative spark stood out on the global stage.
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Though he signed a contract extension last summer through 2029, Juventus are now planning to improve that deal. With serious interest from Chelsea, Barcelona, and Bayern Munich, Juve want to secure his commitment even further.
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Chelsea’s rejection has reportedly led them to explore other options. RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons has emerged as a serious alternative. The Dutchman is also attracting interest from Bayern Munich, but Chelsea are said to be moving swiftly.
Enzo Maresca is clearly eager to reshape Chelsea’s attack before the new season begins. Whether they can land a player of Yildiz’s caliber remains uncertain, but their ambition is clear.
Chelsea fans can expect more moves in the coming weeks, as the Blues push to return to the top of English and European football.