Chelsea make a bid of over €60 million to sign Yildiz

Juventus has turned down a substantial offer from Chelsea for rising star Kenan Yildiz, reaffirming their stance on the Turkish international’s untouchable status.

Chelsea submitted a formal bid in the range of €65 to €68 million to secure the 19-year-old attacker.

The English giants, fresh off their Club World Cup triumph, are actively strengthening their squad under manager Enzo Maresca and identified Yildiz as a potential key piece in their offensive lineup.

Despite the aggressive approach, Juventus swiftly rejected the offer. The decision was reportedly influenced by club director Damien Comolli, who consulted Exor chairman John Elkann a key figure who had previously labeled Yildiz as non-transferable.

“There was no negotiation,”. “Juventus made their position clear from the start: Yildiz is not for sale.”

Chelsea’s offer, though significant, was not enough to sway the Bianconeri. Sources suggest the club viewed the attempt as an unwelcome distraction amid ongoing internal planning for the new season.

Juventus sees Yildiz not just as a current asset, but as the cornerstone of their future.

In response to the interest from abroad, Juventus is now preparing to extend Yildiz’s contract. The Turkish forward, who currently earns around €1.5 million per season, is set to receive a salary boost to nearly €4 million annually.

The contract will also be extended by one year, binding him to the club until 2030.

All signs point toward a strengthened relationship between Juventus and Yildiz, with the player expected to remain a pivotal figure under head coach Igor Tudor.

Yildiz, who joined Juventus from Bayern Munich’s academy, has impressed with his technical ability, vision, and maturity on the pitch.

As the club rebuilds with youth at its core, keeping him in Turin sends a clear message: Juventus is building for the long term.