Three of the Premier League's heavyweight clubs have reportedly made direct contact in the race to sign Juventus's highly-prized forward Kenan Yildiz, valued at a staggering £84 million.
Premier League Giants Force Juventus Into Action
Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool have all placed enquiries in recent weeks regarding the availability of the 20-year-old Turkish international. His outstanding form in Serie A, where he was named in the Team of the Season, has attracted major European interest. With Yildiz delaying over a new deal in Turin, the intense scrutiny from England has prompted Juventus to accelerate their efforts to secure his future.
The youngster has continued his rapid development this campaign, contributing six goals and four assists in his first 16 appearances of the season. His performances have not gone unnoticed, with Italian publication Tuttosport reporting that 'numerous phone calls' arrive from elite clubs every week. This persistent interest, particularly from the Premier League trio who have 'monitored Yildiz repeatedly', has created significant concern within the Juventus hierarchy.
Juventus Prepare 'Huge Offer' Amid Fears of Exit
Faced with the very real prospect of losing their emerging star, Juventus are now prepared to make a decisive move. The club is set to table a 'huge offer' to Yildiz and his father, Engin, in a meeting scheduled for January 2026. The proposed new contract would see his salary rise to an impressive €6 million per season (approximately £5.2m).
This salary would immediately make the £84m-rated talent the joint-highest earner in Juventus's first-team squad, alongside striker Jonathan David. The club's hope is to tie Yildiz down until 2031, extending his current deal which still has three-and-a-half years to run. Manager Luciano Spalletti's strong relationship with the player is seen as a key factor that could convince him to stay.
Real Madrid Interest and High-Profile Praise
The competition for Yildiz's signature is not confined to England. Real Madrid are also keen, with manager Xabi Alonso personally recommending the forward to president Florentino Perez as an ideal squad addition. This continental interest underscores Yildiz's skyrocketing reputation.
His talent has even drawn praise from one of football's all-time greats. Back in October 2025, French legend Zinedine Zidane singled out Yildiz as a future star to watch. "I like him, he is a good player," Zidane told Fanatik. "He scores goals. He has quality."
Despite the external noise, Yildiz has previously spoken positively about his environment in Turin, describing Juventus as a fantastic club for young players to develop. The coming weeks, however, will be critical in determining whether he sees his long-term future in Italy or is tempted by a blockbuster move to the Premier League.
