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Harry Sherlock

Revealed: Arsenal and Chelsea missed out on Juventus wonderkid in summer transfer window

K. Yildiz
Arsenal
Transfers
Chelsea
Juventus
Premier League
Serie A

Chelsea and Arsenal both attempted to sign Juventus wonderkid Kenan Yildiz in the summer transfer window, per a new report.

  • London clubs eyed Yildiz
  • Juventus view him as a major prospect
  • 20-year-old already a key player
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Per a new report from Tuttosport, both Arsenal and Chelsea were interested in signing Yildiz in the summer, but were unable to extricate him from Turin. Juve are said to believe that the 20-year-old is indispensable, and did not countenance the prospect of moving him on. 

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Yildiz is said to be happy at Juventus, with the club ready to offer him a new contract. The youngster already has 86 appearances under his belt for the first-team, scoring 16 goals and registering 13 assists. His current deal runs until 2029 but Juve view him as a key part of their future. 

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Jorge Mendes may well have been behind the moves, as the report claims he is keen to bring Yildiz into his stable of clients. He is currently managed by his father, Engin. 

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    WHAT NEXT?

    Juventus play Inter Milan on September 13, after the international break. Chelsea and Arsenal are likely to be keeping a close eye on Yildiz's performance.