As Juventus contract talks stall, Weston McKennie’s universal appeal remains undeniable

In the 2023-24 season, Weston McKennie experienced a turnaround in his career at Juventus after a disappointing loan spell at Leeds.

Weston Mckennie's Contract Dispute
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During the 2023-24 season, the US national team member experienced a remarkable turnaround in fortunes, seizing a second chance in Turin after a forgettable loan spell at Leeds. McKennie has become integral to Juve’s plans, though his contract only extends to 2025 and he was substituted at half-time in his recent Bianconeri appearance. Negotiations for a contract extension in Turin are ongoing, highlighting McKennie’s value beyond monetary terms.

On his State of the Union podcast, former USMNT star Alexi Lalas expressed confidence in McKennie’s future, emphasizing his versatility and positive impact on and off the field. Lalas stressed the importance of recognizing McKennie’s value to any team, beyond just financial considerations. Despite potential interest from other clubs, Lalas hopes McKennie remains with Juventus, where he believes the player is appreciated.

Juventus faces the risk of losing McKennie in the upcoming transfer window if a contract extension isn’t reached, as they can’t afford to let him become a free agent. Interest from clubs in England and Germany adds to the pressure, with McKennie aiming to shine for his country in the upcoming Copa America hosted on home soil.

Weston McKennie

Weston McKennie

Midfielder

United StatesUnited States

Age: 26

185 cm

84 kg

Season 2023/2024
Played 34 4 Missed
Minutes 2603 76.6 Avg
Goals 0 0.0 Avg
Assist 7 0.2 Avg
Attempt 43 1.3 Avg
Passes 936 27.578.0% AvgSucc
Yellow 6 0.2 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 3 times for 260 minutes for Coppa Italia.

Weston McKennie didn’t score any goal for Juventus. He procured 3 assists. He received no yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 4th in Coppa Italia. In the last match Juventus drew 1-1 against Salernitana.

Juventus performance and stats

Juventus

Manager: Massimiliano Allegri
Rank 4th
Win 18
Draw 13
Loss 5
Goals 49-28
Diff 21

In the last 4 games, it has won 3 times and lost once. In its last match, Juventus lost 2-1 against Lazio.​​

Juventus will play the next match in Coppa Italia against Atalanta on Wednesday 15th of May in Roma. The prediction is Atalanta winning the match.​