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Arsenal Reported to Lead Kenan Yildiz Chase After Talks With Agent Jorge Mendes

Meetings with Jorge Mendes have left Arsenal viewed as frontrunner given Juventus' contract impasse.

Overview

  • Arsenal executives were seen meeting super-agent Jorge Mendes in Turin regarding Kenan Yildiz, according to multiple reports.
  • Juventus’ push to upgrade Yildiz’s deal has stalled, though director Giorgio Chiellini has said there is no rush and that everyone wants an agreement.
  • Yildiz is contracted until 2029, with reported price expectations around £79m and up to €90–100m after Chelsea’s summer offer near £62–70m was rejected.
  • Chelsea and Liverpool remain keen, with Liverpool making enquiries, while Manchester United and Real Madrid have also been linked.
  • The 20-year-old Turkey international is a key Juventus starter this season, with one report citing six goals and six assists in 18 matches.