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Barcelona eyes Turkish star Kenan Yildiz as Juventus demands €70M fee

Juventus Turkish forward #10 Kenan Yildiz fights for the ball with Genoa’s Icelandic midfielder #77 Mikael Egill Ellertsson and Genoas Spanish defender #3 Aarón Martín during the Italian Serie A football match between Genoa and Juventus at the Ferraris Stadium in Genoa, Italy, August 31, 2025. (AFP Photo)
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Juventus Turkish forward #10 Kenan Yildiz fights for the ball with Genoa’s Icelandic midfielder #77 Mikael Egill Ellertsson and Genoas Spanish defender #3 Aarón Martín during the Italian Serie A football match between Genoa and Juventus at the Ferraris Stadium in Genoa, Italy, August 31, 2025. (AFP Photo)
September 09, 2025 03:46 PM GMT+03:00

Barcelona have set their sights on Türkiye international Kenan Yildiz after his standout performances for Juventus and the national team. The Spanish club is reportedly preparing to make a serious push for the 20-year-old, whose stock continues to rise across Europe.

According to reports from Fichajes, Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick and president Joan Laporta are determined to bring Yildiz to Camp Nou. The young forward is considered one of the most exciting talents in Serie A and a perfect fit for Barca’s long-term project.

Juventus Turkish midfielder #10 Kenan Yildiz celebrates scoring his teams second goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group G football match between Italys Juventus and Moroccos Wydad AC at the Lincoln Financial Field stadium in Philadelphia, June 22, 2025. (AFP Photo)
Juventus Turkish midfielder #10 Kenan Yildiz celebrates scoring his teams second goal during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group G football match between Italys Juventus and Moroccos Wydad AC at the Lincoln Financial Field stadium in Philadelphia, June 22, 2025. (AFP Photo)

Juventus set price tag at €70M

Juventus, however, has made its stance clear. The Turin club views Yildiz as central to their future and will only consider negotiations if an offer of €70 million ($82.2 million) arrives. Any lower bid is expected to be dismissed.

Despite Juve’s firm position, Barcelona’s interest has not cooled. Club officials are said to be in regular contact with the player’s representatives and are exploring financial options to complete the deal.

Türkiye's forward Kenan Yildiz and Georgia's midfielder Giorgi Kochorashvili vie for the ball during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying football match between Georgia and Türkiye in Tbilisi, Georgia, September 4, 2025. (AA Photo)
Türkiye's forward Kenan Yildiz and Georgia's midfielder Giorgi Kochorashvili vie for the ball during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying football match between Georgia and Türkiye in Tbilisi, Georgia, September 4, 2025. (AA Photo)

Rising star of Türkiye

At just 20 years old, Yildiz has already become one of Türkiye’s brightest prospects. His technical skill, versatility, and maturity have earned him a place in Juve’s plans and made him a hot commodity in the European transfer market.

September 09, 2025 03:46 PM GMT+03:00
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