Juventus are preparing for decisive talks over the contract renewal of Kenan Yildiz, with manager Luciano Spalletti playing a key role in the club’s plans for the young forward. Tuttosport report how the Turkish international has quickly established a strong relationship with Spalletti, who has been impressed by the player’s technical ability and ambition.
Club sources describe the connection between the two as immediate, built on shared ambition and the desire to restore Juventus to a winning cycle. Spalletti is seen as a crucial influence on Yildiz’s development and confidence, with the coach’s presence considered a guarantee for the player’s continued growth in Turin.
Key meetings planned before Christmas
Talks over Yildiz’s new deal are entering a crucial stage. His current contract runs until 2029, but Juventus intend to adjust both the financial terms and the player’s long-term role within the team. Yildiz’s father, Engin, is currently in Turin, while agent Jorge Mendes is overseeing negotiations on behalf of the family. A formal meeting with sporting director Damien Comolli is expected before Christmas.
Yildiz currently earns around €1.5 million per year — a figure considered below market value for a player of his impact. The discussions are aimed at aligning his salary with the club’s top earners, with a potential increase toward €6 million per season under consideration. Juventus view Yildiz as a central figure in their sporting project, alongside other young talents being integrated into the first team.
Interest from European clubs
Despite his long contract, several European clubs continue to monitor the situation. Liverpool, Real Madrid, and Chelsea are among those keeping an eye on developments in Turin. Juventus are aware of this external interest and are keen to demonstrate to Yildiz that his ambitions can be met in a competitive and winning environment under Spalletti’s management.
The Juventus coach has used the forward strategically throughout the season, including during the away match in Bodo, where Yildiz made an impact off the bench. Spalletti is said to “guarantee” for the player, seeing him as one of the key building blocks for the club’s future.
The upcoming meeting between Juventus, Yildiz’s representatives, and Mendes will aim to finalise the outline of a new agreement that reflects the Turkish talent’s growing importance within the team’s long-term plans.
