It’s now official — Juventus and Kenan Yildiz will continue their journey together. The young Turkish star has signed a new long-term contract that will keep him in Turin until June 2030, confirming the club’s faith in one of the most exciting talents of the new generation.
The extension, anticipated in recent days, secures the future of the 20-year-old forward who has rapidly become central to Luciano Spalletti’s Juventus project.
The Official Announcement
“The story between Kenan Yildiz and Juventus continues,” the club confirmed. “The number 10, born in 2005, has signed an agreement binding him to the Bianconeri colours until 30 June 2030.
A new chapter begins in a story that started in the summer of 2022, when Yildiz joined Juventus from Bayern Munich’s academy. After an impressive first season with the Under-19s — 37 appearances and 15 goals — he quickly progressed to the Next Gen squad, making his professional debut in December 2022 and scoring his first goal in September 2023.
In the autumn of that same year, Yildiz earned a permanent place in the first team. From his first Serie A goal — scored against Frosinone on his full league debut on 23 December 2023 — to his growing leadership role, Kenan has showcased both his talent and maturity.
Over two and a half seasons with the senior side, Yildiz has already made 115 appearances, contributing 25 goals and 19 assists. Beyond the numbers, he has become a symbol of Juventus’ youthful resurgence. In September 2024, against Verona, he became the youngest captain in the club’s history.
Leadership, hard work, and constant self-improvement define his journey. In Turkish, the word ‘Yildiz’ means ‘star’ — a fitting reflection of his growing influence at Juventus.”
The Contract Details
Yildiz’s new deal runs until 2030 and reflects his importance within the squad hierarchy. He will now be among the club’s top earners, level with Jonathan David and just behind Dusan Vlahovic. Juventus view him not only as a key player for the present but also as a cornerstone for the future.
From Munich to Turin: Kenan’s Rise
Kenan Yildiz arrived from Bayern Munich in 2022 and immediately impressed with his technical ability and confidence. Starting in the Primavera side in Vinovo, he quickly made the leap to the Next Gen before earning promotion to the senior squad. In just two years, he has gone from academy prospect to Juventus’ number 10 — a role steeped in history and reserved for the true leaders of the club.
Now, with his future secured and his star still rising, Yildiz stands ready to lead Juventus into a new era.
