Arsenal‘s quest to sign teenage sensation Kenan Yildiz from Juventus has been dealt a significant blow.
Italian publication Tuttosport, via Sport Witness, suggests the Gunners have only a five percent chance of securing the young Turkish star, highlighting the uphill battle the North London club faces.
Juventus’ strong stance
Reports in Italy have painted a mixed picture of Juventus‘ willingness to sell Yildiz. While some sources suggest the Italian giants could be tempted by a substantial offer, Tuttosport takes a firm line, asserting that the player is valued “high enough to allow fans to sleep soundly at night.” This implies Juventus have set an astronomical asking price.
The challenge for Arsenal
Tuttosport‘s assessment paints a stark picture – Arsenal must pull off a transfer miracle to land Yildiz this summer. The question becomes: is the highly-rated youngster worth breaking the bank for, particularly with such a slim chance of success?
Arsenal‘s transfer strategy will be put to the test. They must weigh the potential benefits of signing Yildiz against the financial risk of paying such a large sum for an 18 year old with no Premier League experience .
The pursuit continues?
Whether Arsenal will press on with their interest or explore alternative targets remains to be seen. Fans will watch the unfolding saga which is likely to stretch out until the end of the summer.
Who is Kenan Yildiz?
- Nationality: Turkish (born in Germany)
- Age: 18 years old (born May 4th, 2005)
- Current club: Juventus (Italy)
- Position: Attacking midfielder / Winger
- Known for: Excellent technique, superb passing, powerful shots from outside the box
Early career
Kenan Yildiz displayed his footballing talents from a young age. He joined Bayern Munich’s youth academy in 2012 at just seven years old and progressed through their ranks. He was a star of their U19 and U17 teams, contributing six goals and eight assists in 20 matches.
Move to Juventus
In the summer of 2022, Yildiz’s contract with Bayern Munich expired. Despite interest from clubs like Barcelona and Arsenal at the time, he chose to join Italian giants Juventus.
Rapid rise
Yildiz has quickly made his mark at Juventus. Initially playing for their youth teams, his impressive performances earned him a place in the first-team squad under manager Massimiliano Allegri.
International career
Yildiz represents Turkey at international level. He debuted for the Turkish U21 side in September 2022 and in October 2022 received his first senior call-up. Yildiz made his senior international debut against Croatia that same month, and in a friendly against Germany in November 2022, he scored his first international goal – a stunning strike from outside the box.
Playing style
Technical ability: Yildiz is renowned for his exceptional dribbling skills, close control, and a wide array of passes.
Vision and creativity: He can thread through balls to create chances for teammates, and his long-range shooting poses a constant threat to the opposition.
Versatility: Yildiz can play in a central attacking midfield role or on either wing, making him a valuable asset.
Why the hype?
Kenan Yildiz is considered one of the most exciting young talents in European football. His performances for Juventus and Turkey have caught the eye of some of the biggest clubs in the world, including Arsenal.
His potential seems limitless, and many believe he could become a superstar in the years to come.