Arsenal drop €100M on the table for Kenan Yıldız
Arsenal have put €100M on the table for Kenan Yıldız. That is the number coming out of Spain and Turkey this morning, and it would be a Premier League record for a Turkish player if Yıldız says yes (4) (6). No word yet on whether Juventus are even willing to listen, but a bid of that size forces a conversation. Yıldız is your brightest attacking talent and the kind of player you build around – losing him now, with the squad already in flux, would sting.
Vlahovic renewal could be back on as Comolli exits
The door might not be fully closed. Damien Comolli is on his way out as CEO, and his departure could reopen renewal talks for Dusan Vlahovic, whose contract expires this month (2). Giorgio Chiellini has already warned that "at these figures, Vlahovic will not remain in Italy" – a blunt assessment from someone who knows the club inside out. The Alexander Sørloth talks are advancing, but bringing Vlahovic back into the fold would change the whole complexion of your attack.
Pirlo: 'Somebody doesn't like me'
The former Juve coach is not going quietly. Pirlo, now at Sampdoria, told reporters: "At Juventus, I was asked to qualify for the Champions League. Done. Plus I won the Coppa Italia and Supercoppa. I left and didn't coach for a year; I don't know why. Actually, I know, but I prefer not to say it" (3). He did not name names, but the implication is clear – he feels someone at the club pushed him out unfairly. A awkward look back at a chapter most fans would rather forget.
Young keeper Daffara attracting Serie A loan interest
Several Serie A clubs – Udinese, Cagliari, Lecce, Pisa, and Avellino – are circling young Juve goalkeeper Giovanni Daffara for a loan move (1). Daffara is highly rated within the academy and a temporary exit could accelerate his development. Nothing agreed yet, but the interest is genuine and widespread.
Muharemovic turning heads, Juve hold 50% sell-on
The Bosnian defender, now at Sassuolo, is generating buzz after a strong World Cup showing. Marca described him as having "potential to make the leap" (5). Juventus hold a 50% sell-on clause, so any big transfer this summer lands cash directly in your coffers. One to keep an eye on as the window heats up.