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Juventus Hold Firm on Kenan Yildiz as Chelsea Readies New Bid

A narrow wage gap reportedly separates the sides in talks over a new deal through 2030.

Overview

  • Chelsea are preparing an improved offer after a rejected €68m bid, with Barcelona also monitoring the Juventus forward, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.
  • Juventus are negotiating an extension beyond 2029 with a reported €500,000-per-year gap, and Italian reports say the club is confident as the player has reiterated his desire to stay.
  • Arsenal’s interest continues after scouting missions, with one report claiming a potential £43m proposal plus Gabriel Jesus is being lined up to test Juventus’ stance.
  • Manchester United are reported to be prioritising Yildiz for 2026 and could go as high as about €90m to outbid Premier League rivals.
  • Yildiz’s strong start to the season—two goals and four assists in eight games—has intensified attention, with Liverpool also said to be closely tracking him and an agent-family meeting reported.