Yildiz’s paradox at Juventus as Chelsea, Arsenal and Barcelona loom

Juventus are unwilling to sell Kenan Yildiz and are in talks to extend his contract, given that Barcelona, Chelsea and Arsenal are interested in the Turkish star who earns less than €2m in Turin.

Yildiz’s future at Juventus has been one of the talking points during the international break in October as several sources claim the Serie A giants are working to extend his stay at the Allianz Stadium.

According to Tuttosport, Yildiz aims to earn at least €5m with his new contract, but there’s still a gap of €500,000 between the club’s offer and his demands.

Yildiz’s contract expires in June 2029, but interest from some of the best clubs in Europe has convinced Juventus to progress in negotiations with their ace.

Gazzetta dello Sport highlights a ‘paradox’ at Juventus, given that 18 players earn more than Yildiz, who is one of the few untouchable players in the team, but only gets €1.7m per season.

Gazzetta reports that Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona are interested in the 20-year-old.

According to the Italian newspaper, the Blues offered nearly €70m to secure Yildiz’s signature last summer, but the proposal was rejected by Juventus.