Headline: Spalletti Dismisses Arsenal’s Interest in Juventus Star Yildiz
In a press conference ahead of the Serie A season opener, Luciano Spalletti firmly rejected speculation linking Arsenal to Kenan Yildiz. “Clubs want to spend €100 million, but they can offer whatever they like; his future is already important at Juventus,” the coach stated.
Rumors of a potential transfer have persisted for some time, continuing even after Yildiz signed a lucrative contract extension this February. Spalletti addressed these talks when questioned about the possibility of Arsenal or another team making a significant offer for the talented Turkish player.
Spalletti adamant on Yildiz’s future
“I am perfectly relaxed, because dealing with Yildiz is easy for me,” Spalletti said during his press conference. “They can offer whatever they like; I want Yildiz here and will always put him on the field. He’s a perfect lad to talk to, he’s mature, and knows he doesn’t need to rush anything.”
Spalletti emphasized Yildiz’s importance to Juventus, asserting that “his future is already important staying at Juventus, not because there are other clubs who want to spend €100 million for him. We are all convinced that we can show the total potential of Kenan, and he is a potential phenomenon of football.”
The coach noted that the fans share this conviction, further validating Yildiz’s significance in the squad. The 21-year-old joined Juventus as a free agent from the Bayern Youth Academy in 2022 and has quickly risen through the ranks to become a key player on the team. With a deep admiration for Juventus legend Alessandro Del Piero, Yildiz notably emulates his goal celebration and has no intention of leaving Turin anytime soon, especially after signing a new contract that runs until June 2030.
Luciano Spalletti shot down Arsenal speculation about Kenan Yildiz. ‘Clubs want to spend €100m, but they can offer whatever they like, his future is already important at Juventus.’
The rumours about a potential Premier League swoop for the Turkish talent have been circulating for a long time, and they continue to swirl around even after he signed a lucrative contract extension.
TURIN, ITALY – MARCH 07: Kenan Yildiz of Juventus celebrates after scoring the his team’s third goal during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Pisa SC at Juventus Stadium on March 07, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Giuseppe Cottini/Getty Images)
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Ahead of the opening game of the Serie A season tomorrow, Spalletti was asked about the suggestion Arsenal or anyone else might be prepared to slap €100m on the table for Yildiz.
Spalletti adamant on Yildiz future
PERTH, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 11: Kenan Yildiz of Juventus controls the ball during the match between Juventus and Palermo at HBF Park on August 11, 2026 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Janelle St Pierre/Getty Images)
“I am perfectly relaxed, because dealing with Yildiz is easy for me,” smiled the Juventus coach during his press conference.
“They can offer whatever they like, I want Yildiz here and will always put him on the field. He’s a perfect lad to talk to, he’s mature, and knows he doesn’t need to rush anything.
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“His future is already important staying at Juventus, not because there are other clubs who want to spend €100m for him. We are all convinced that we can show the total potential of Kenan, and he is a potential phenomenon of football.
“The fans are convinced too.”
The 21-year-old came to Juventus as a free agent from the Bayern Youth academy in 2022, working his way up quickly through the levels to become a regular in the senior squad.
He grew up idolising Alessandro Del Piero and still copies his goal celebration in the Bianconeri jersey, so is in absolutely no rush to walk away from Turin.
Yildiz signed a new contract in February 2026, which will run to June 2030.
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