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Juventus ties down star player Kenan Yildiz until 2030

Juventus says Turkey midfielder Kenan Yildiz has extended his contract with the club through June 2030

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Renews contract with Juventus Yildiz has officially extended his deal with Juventus until 2030.

Impact Yildiz already had a few years left on his contract but was rewarded for his growth in the last couple of seasons with a nice pay rise, cementing his status as the star of the team. He's up to nine goals and seven assists in 30 appearances so far. He's expected to play at least a portion of the game versus Lazio after tending to a thigh ailment throughout the week.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub in Coppa Italia game Yildiz (thigh) was available but didn't play in Wednesday's cup contest against Atalanta.

Impact Yildiz partially trained with the group on the eve of the game and made the squad list but wasn't fielded. He'll have better chances of featuring versus Lazio on Sunday, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be fit enough to start. Cambiaso manned the wing in a more defensive-minded look in this one, while Jeremie Boga came off the bench in the same position.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nursing minor thigh injury Yildiz didn't need tests as his problem is mild and is day-to-day with an overloaded left adductor, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Yildiz is currently expected to miss a midweek Coppa Italia tilt and is doubtful for the Lazio clash, but he'll be re-evaluated closer to Sunday's game. Fabio Miretti, Filip Kostic or Jeremie Boga would take his place if needed.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early against Parma Yildiz registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in 45 minutes in Sunday's win over Parma before asking to come out, La Gazzetta dello Sport rela...

Impact Yildiz had a subdued first half by his standards and experienced some discomfort before the interval, eventually subbing off. The early reports suggest the move was mostly precautionary. He'll be assessed after the game. Juventus will play their next game against Lazio next Sunday. Fabio Miretti, Filip Kostic and Jeremie Boga would be candidates to replace him if need be.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in win Yildiz scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Napoli. In addition, he was given a yellow car...

Impact Yildiz started Sunday's clash against Napoli in a lively manner, as he saw an earlier effort cleared off the line before finding the back of the net in the 77th minute by timing his movement onto Fabio Miretti's through ball and finishing calmly past Alex Meret. He stayed direct throughout the game, repeatedly driving at Napoli's right side and forcing defenders to retreat. This goal was his eighth in 21 appearances with Juventus in the Serie A this season, marking a new career high with the Old Lady.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan David finding his form at Juventus with home World Cup in Canada approaching

Jonathan David scored his third goal in four matches and Juventus beat defending champion Napoli 3-0 in Serie A

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Where to Watch Juventus vs. SSC Napoli: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream Two of Serie A's top goal-scorers will be on display when Kenan Yildiz's Juventus hosts Rasmus Hojlund's SSC Napoli on Sunday. Yildiz is fif...

JANUARY 24 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Sends in six crosses against Benfica Yildiz recorded two shots (one on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 2-0 win against Benfica.

Impact Yildiz was engulfed by opposing defenders for the most part, but still had a serviceable output, leading his team in deliveries, although he didn't connect with a teammate in any of them. He has put up multiple shots in 12 straight meetings, amassing 41 (20 on target) and recording five goals, three asssists and 22 chances created over that span.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Busy as usual in Cagliari bout Yildiz created two scoring chances and had four shots (one on goal), eight crosses (zero accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Cagliari.

Impact Yildiz was the main driving force of the Juventus offense, leading it in deliveries, but his finishes weren't great, and Elia Caprile denied his best one. He has fired multiple shots in five consecutive contests, totaling 24 (11 on target), scoring twice and adding seven key passes, 28 crosses (five on target) and 16 corners over that span.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Spalletti keen to find backup for Yildiz amid Chiesa links Kenan Yildiz has been a key player for Juventus this season, and head coach Luciano Spalletti wants to protect the 20-year-old.

JANUARY 16 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Tucks in missed PK against Cremonese Yildiz scored one goal to go with five shots (four on target), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Monday's 5-0 victory against Cremonese.

Impact Yildiz engaged in a personal duel with Emil Audero, who turned away several robust attempts, including a penalty kick, but the goalie could do little on the tap-in. Yildiz has fired five or more shots in three consecutive contests, amassing 17 (nine on target) and adding four key passes, 17 crosses (five accurate) and six corners in that stretch. He failed to create a chance in back-to-back matches for the first time in the season.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus moves into third place after beating Cremonese

Juventus has notched its highest score of the season in a 5-0 demolition of Cremonese

JANUARY 12 • Associated Press

Unlucky in Sassuolo contest Yildiz recorded six shots (five on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 3-0 victory versus Sassuolo.

Impact Yildiz took six shots for the second match in a row and had better aim than versus Lecce, but Arijanet Muric parried away all his attempts, including a pair of fiery ones. He has had multiple efforts in the last nine matches, totaling 30 (14 on target), scoring four goals and providing three assists over that span. Instead, his 13-game streak with at least one key pass came to an end.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Fires six shots in Pisa contest Yildiz drew two fouls and recorded six shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Yildiz had his highest output of shots since late October, lacking precision for the most part, but he almost won it at the buzzer, as his final attempt from outside the box hit the base of the post. He also set a new season high in crosses and matched the one in key passes. He has logged one or more shots in 10 consecutive appearances, racking up 29 (12 on target) and posting four goals, three assists and 25 chances created over that span.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Pisa Yildiz scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Pisa.

Impact Yildiz quickly returned to the stat sheet after, tapping the ball in the empty net after a great play by Fabio Miretti, who glided past the goalie, paving the way for an easy goal. He has taken multiple shots in the last seven fixtures, totaling 18 (nine on target) and posting four goals, three assists and 16 key passes over that span.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus wins 2-0 at promoted Pisa for its 3rd straight win in Serie A

Late goals from Pierre Kalulu and Kenan Yildiz earned Juventus a 2-0 win at promoted Pisa as the Bianconeri won their third straight in Serie A

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Creates two chances against Roma Yildiz drew five fouls and recorded two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two key passes in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Roma.

Impact Yildiz couldn't directly contribute to a goal for the first time in six matches, but he was active and picked up stats across the board on offense. He started the action that led to the opening goal with a lovely pass for Andrea Cambiaso, who then set up Francisco Conceicao, and came close to scoring in the second half, hitting the post with a curled shot. His string of games with at least one shot on target ended at seven. He has created at least one chance in his last 11 showings, racking up 24, and has had one or more crosses in every match.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus beats Roma 2-1 to move within a point of top four in Serie A

Juventus has closed in on the top four in Serie A after beating Roma 2-1 on Saturday

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Pure Talent on Display | Head to Head | Yildiz vs Soulé | Serie A 2025/26

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Sets up teammate versus Bologna Yildiz created four scoring chances and assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Bologna.

Impact Yildiz carried the Juventus offense as he routinely does, leading his team in chances created and finding Juan Cabal in the box with a cross from the right wing for his third assist in the past five tilts. He has scored three goals and has always logged multiple shots and at least one key pass during such a stretch, accumulating 13 (eight on target) and 13, respectively.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out assist versus Pafos Yildiz assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), four chances created and three corners in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Pafos.

Impact Yildiz was the main playmaker for his side and selfishly fed Jonathan David with a square ball on a two-man fast break, setting up the second goal. He's up to six assists in the season. He has made the stat sheet in four consecutive matches. He has created at least a chance in his last nine showings, piling up 18 and adding 23 shots (13 on target) and 26 corners (six accurate) over that span.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Napoli Yildiz scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Yildiz found the target for the second match in a row, wrong-footing the opposing goalie with a surgical strike from an angled position. He's up to five goals in Serie A play. He has fired at least one shot in five straight matches, totaling 13 (nine accurate) and logging 10 key passes and six corners over that span, scoring thrice and providing one assist. He has had at least one cross in every seasonal display.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal reportedly interest in Juventus star Kenan Yildiz ahead of January window amid rival Real Madrid interest and contract hold-up

Premier League leaders Arsenal are ready to rival Real Madrid in the transfer race for Kenan Yildiz in the January window amid his contract...

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • goal

Arsenal reportedly interest in Juventus star Kenan Yildiz ahead of January window amid rival Real Madrid interest and contract hold-up

Højlund's double sees Napoli beat Juventus and spoil Spalletti's return

Rasmus Højlund scores twice to help Napoli beat Juventus 2-1 and spoil Luciano Spalletti’s return to his former team

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

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