Juventus’ faith in Yildiz grows amid uncertainty over Chiesa’s future

Juventus is preparing a new long-term contract for 18-year-old talent Kenan Yildiz, who has impressed with three goals in 15 appearances and a successful debut for the Turkish national team.

Juventus Chose Yildiz Over Chiesa
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Juventus is currently in the process of drafting a fresh contract for promising young talent Kenan Yildiz, who could potentially step into Federico Chiesa’s shoes in Turin.

At just 18 years old, the Turkish forward has made significant strides in Massimiliano Allegri’s senior squad this season, showcasing his skills by netting three goals in his initial 15 appearances for the club. Yildiz’s noteworthy performances even earned him a call-up to the Turkish national team, where he scored during his debut match.

While Yildiz’s star has been on the ascent in Turin this season, Federico Chiesa, the standout winger, has faced challenges maintaining consistent match fitness. The 26-year-old has been absent from Juventus’ starting lineup for the past seven consecutive league fixtures due to ongoing knee troubles.

Today’s edition of Gazzetta dello Sport, particularly pages two and three, reveals Juventus’ intention to engage in discussions with Yildiz’s representatives at the season’s end to negotiate a new long-term contract. The club aims to extend his current agreement until June 2029 while ensuring his annual salary reaches at least €1 million after taxes.

The Bianconeri firmly believe that the 18-year-old is an integral component of their future in Turin and envision his continued presence in Allegri’s squad for the foreseeable future.

Meanwhile, Chiesa’s existing contract with Juventus expires in the summer of 2025, and negotiations thus far have failed to yield a resolution. Should an agreement remain elusive by summer, Juventus might consider selling Chiesa, potentially paving the way for Yildiz to assume his position.

Kenan Yıldız

Kenan Yildiz

Forwarder, Midfielder

GermanyGermany

Age: 19

185 cm

kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 7 31 Missed
Minutes 601 85.9 Avg
Goals 2 0.3 Avg
Assist 0 0.0 Avg
Attempt 0 0.0 Avg
Passes 0 0.00.0% AvgSucc
Yellow 1 0.1 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 7 times for 601 minutes for Serie C: Girone B.

Kenan Yıldız scored 2 goals for Juventus Next Gen. He procured no assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.

His team is currently 9th in Serie C: Girone B. In the last match Juventus Next Gen won 3-2 against Ancona. The next match in Serie C: Girone B will be against Sassari Torres.

Juventus performance and stats

Juventus

Manager: Massimiliano Allegri
Rank 3rd
Win 18
Draw 11
Loss 5
Goals 47-26
Diff 21

Juventus is currently 2nd in the Serie A with 53 points.

In the last 23 games, it has won 16 times, drawn 5 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Juventus lost 1-0 against Inter.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 36 goals and conceding 14.​

Juventus will play the next match in Serie A against Udinese on Monday 12th of February in Torino. The prediction is Juventus winning the match.​

Federico Chiesa

Federico Chiesa

Forwarder, Midfielder

ItalyItaly

Age: 27

175 cm

70 kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 29 5 Missed
Minutes 1907 65.8 Avg
Goals 7 0.2 Avg
Assist 1 0.0 Avg
Attempt 69 2.4 Avg
Passes 505 17.476.1% AvgSucc
Yellow 1 0.0 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 18 times for 1187 minutes for Serie A.

Federico Chiesa scored 6 goals for Juventus. He procured one assist. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.

His team is currently 2nd in Serie A. In the last match Juventus lost 1-0 against Inter. The next match in Serie A will be against Udinese.

Juventus performance and stats

Juventus

Manager: Massimiliano Allegri
Rank 3rd
Win 18
Draw 11
Loss 5
Goals 47-26
Diff 21

Juventus is currently 2nd in the Serie A with 53 points.

In the last 23 games, it has won 16 times, drawn 5 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Juventus lost 1-0 against Inter.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 36 goals and conceding 14.​

Juventus will play the next match in Serie A against Udinese on Monday 12th of February in Torino. The prediction is Juventus winning the match.​