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Without UCL, Juventus could sell Yildiz for 80-90M€

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1 year ago

February 21, 2025

The future of Juventus‘ squad hinges on their Champions League qualification. Without securing a top four finish and the associated UEFA financial rewards. The club may need to offload key players to stabilize its finances. Cambiaso, Vlahovic but watch out for Yildiz.

Sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli is strategizing ways to generate funds. And potentially earning around €100 million through the sales of Andrea Cambiaso (linked to Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid) and Dusan Vlahovic. Whose contract situation has placed him on the transfer list. However, even these high-profile departures may not be sufficient to balance the books and finance summer acquisitions.

As a contingency, Juventus is considering a major sacrifice Kenan Yildiz. The club’s most sought-after young talent, particularly in the Premier League. Last summer, the club rejected Chelsea’s €60 million bid, choosing instead to cash in on other Next Gen players like Soulé and Huijsen.

However, with a Champions League absence, an €80-90 million offer for Yildiz may be too tempting to refuse. As for today reports from Filippo Cornacchia from La Gazzetta dello Sport

Premier League interest in Yildiz

Yildiz, who recently renewed his contract until 2029, is the only player in Thiago Motta’s squad to have featured in all 37 matches this season. The 19-year-old, who inherited Juventus’ iconic number 10 jersey in August, has showcased his immense talent with six goals and five assists.

His reliability and potential have not gone unnoticed in England. With clubs like Manchester City, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United closely monitoring him.

While no formal offer has been made yet, Giuntoli is well aware of the growing interest, reinforced by his interactions with super-agent Jorge Mendes.

Although Mendes does not officially represent Yildiz, his extensive connections across Europe have played a role in informing Juventus of the increasing demand for the Turkish international. The agent was recently seen meeting both Giuntoli and Yildiz’s family in Turin, further fueling speculation.

Yildiz desire to stay at Juventus?

Selling Yildiz would bring significant financial benefits. As any transfer fee would be recorded as pure profit since he arrived on a free transfer from Bayern Munich in 2022.

While Juventus executives may find this an appealing prospect, the player himself is reluctant to leave. Yildiz has developed a deep connection with the club and its supporters, and reports from Turkey suggest he has no desire to depart. Even if it means turning down more lucrative offers from the Premier League.

He views Juventus as the ideal environment for his development and dreams of emulating his idol, Alessandro Del Piero.

Osimhen and Tonali on the Bianconeri’s radar

The club’s summer plans will largely depend on their final league position. Regardless, Giuntoli is keen to enhance the squad’s quality and leadership by securing reinforcements in every department.

In defense, David Hancko from Feyenoord remains a priority, with negotiations already initiated in January. Midfield targets include Sandro Tonali from Newcastle and Ederson from Atalanta. With Juventus considering offering Douglas Luiz as part of a potential deal for Tonali.

For the attack, while a second loan stint for Kolo Muani from PSG remains an option. Juventus is also closely monitoring Ademola Lookman of Atalanta.

However, their primary focus is Victor Osimhen. The striker with whom Giuntoli won the Serie A title at Napoli. Currently on loan at Galatasaray, Osimhen is seen as the ideal successor to Vlahovic, should the Serbian depart.

With the summer transfer window approaching, Juventus faces critical decisions that could shape its future. Whether or not they qualify for the Champions League.: the club’s leadership is preparing for a transformative period, balancing financial stability with squad enhancement.