Kenan Yildiz has everything needed to be 'a truly top player' as Juventus coach hails young star's behaviour on and off the pitch

Juventus coach Tudor has singled out Yildiz for praise, stressing that the 20-year-old attacker combines talent with a model attitude on and off the pitch. The Juve boss explained that he rarely needs to correct the youngster in training, highlighting his professionalism and inner motivation as key strengths.

Yildiz already boasts 86 senior appearances for the Bianconeri, scoring 16 goals and providing 13 assists since breaking into the first team. He assisted twice in Juve’s opening-day win against Parma and looks set for a pivotal role in the 2025-26 campaign. The Turkish international has quickly emerged as one of Europe’s brightest attacking talents, with Juventus eager to tie him down on a new contract despite his current deal running until 2029. His development comes at a crucial moment for the Turin giants, who have started the season with back-to-back victories and face Inter in the Derby d’Italia this weekend. With Juve aiming to reclaim Serie A supremacy and make a deep Champions League run, Yildiz’s ability to deliver consistently at the highest level could prove decisive.

Speaking to DAZN, Tudor said: "I was talking to them the other day and I noticed that I never say anything to Yildiz in front of others, because he always does what he's supposed to do. We rarely say anything to him, whether it's about his playing style or his behavior. The difference is that inner motivation you have to get there and do what you do, which has to be there every day. Yildiz is proving he does that, and I hope he continues every day. He has all the attributes to become a truly top player."

Juve will look to extend their perfect start to the season when they face Inter this weekend. Yildiz is expected to play a key role as Tudor’s side aim to maintain momentum in both the Serie A and the Champions League. With contract talks on the horizon, the Bianconeri are determined to secure his long-term future as the cornerstone of their attack.