Weston McKennie’s Juventus contract negotiation, no salary increase in sight

American player Weston McKennie was expected to leave Juventus after returning from loan at Leeds in 2023, but was given a fresh start in Italy.

Juventus Denies Weston Mckennie A Pay Raise
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The American player seemed set to part ways with Juventus upon his return to Turin from a loan stint at Leeds in 2023. However, he found himself with a clean slate in Italy and has capitalized on this unexpected second chance to showcase his abilities.

During the current season, McKennie has provided 10 assists for Juventus and has demonstrated his adaptability by performing well in various positions. As he nears the final year of his existing contract, there’s speculation about renegotiating his terms.

According to Calciomercato, negotiations are ongoing, but it’s noted that the club’s sporting director, Cristiano Giuntoli, aims to maintain McKennie’s current salary. However, the player’s representatives have stated that no agreement will be reached until the offer is improved.

Considering this situation, a permanent transfer away from Juventus this summer remains a possibility. McKennie, who plays a significant role for the United States national team, has attracted interest from teams across Europe, including the Premier League and the Bundesliga. He will carefully evaluate all his options before making a significant career decision.

Weston McKennie

Weston McKennie

Midfielder

United StatesUnited States

Age: 26

185 cm

84 kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 32 2 Missed
Minutes 2467 77.1 Avg
Goals 0 0.0 Avg
Assist 7 0.2 Avg
Attempt 42 1.3 Avg
Passes 893 27.977.8% AvgSucc
Yellow 6 0.2 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 30 times for 2426 minutes for Serie A.

Weston McKennie didn’t score any goal for Juventus. He procured 7 assists. He received 6 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 3rd in Serie A. In the last match Juventus drew 0-0 against Torino.

Juventus performance and stats

Juventus

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

Juventus is currently 3rd in the Serie A with 63 points.

In the last 32 games, it has won 18 times, drawn 9 times, and lost 5 times. In its last match, Juventus drawn 0-0 against Torino.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 45 goals and conceding 24.​