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Juventus' Turkish midfielder #10 Kenan Yildiz celebrates scoring a goal that was later cancelled by the Video Assistant Referee during the Italian Serie A football match between Juventus FC and Venezia FC at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, on December 14, 2024. (Photo by MARCO BERTORELLO / AFP) (Photo by MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images)

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Juventus rejected two offers for Kenan Yildiz

Juventus have successfully fended off bids from major European clubs for their young prodigy, Kenan Yildiz, according to reports from Corriere dello Sport.

The 19-year-old winger, who has become a beacon of hope for Juventus’ future, was at the center of a transfer tug-of-war last summer.

Yildiz, who made 32 appearances and scored four goals in his debut season with Juventus in 2023/24, further showcased his talent on the international stage, aiding Turkiye to reach the quarter-finals at Euro 2024. H’

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is performances have not only caught the eye of fans but also of clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea, both of whom tabled offers for the youngster. Borussia Dortmund, Fenerbahce, and Aston Villa were also among the clubs that showed interest in him.

Juventus, however, were resolute in their stance, rejecting all approaches to keep Yildiz at the Allianz Stadium.

This decision was cemented with a new contract extension in August, binding him to the club until 2029, and awarding him the prestigious No.10 shirt, previously worn by the likes of Alessandro Del Piero, Roberto Baggio, and Michel Platini.

Under the stewardship of new manager Thiago Motta, Yildiz has continued to flourish. His contribution this season, with four goals and three assists in Serie A and the Champions League, underlines his growing importance to the team and his seamless transition into Juventus’ first-team setup.

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The club’s decision to keep Yildiz not only reflects their confidence in his abilities but also their strategy to build around young and home-grown talents.

This approach is seen as crucial for Juventus as they aim to reclaim their dominance in Italian football and make a significant impact in European competitions.

Despite interest from Manchester United, with their new manager Ruben Amorim reportedly keeping an eye on Yildiz for future transfers, Juventus’ commitment to the player sends a strong message.

They are not just nurturing a star for the present but are investing in a future cornerstone of their squad.

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