Arsenal Make Contact to Sign Juventus Star Kenan Yildiz

Arsenal have made contact over a big-money deal to sign a top attacking star for Mikel Arteta this summer, according to The Athletic.

The Gunners are looking to continue their dominance next season after lifting the Premier League trophy for the first time in 22 years, while they also reached the Carabao Cup and Champions League finals, losing to Man City and PSG respectively.

Arteta is keen to strengthen his squad to maintain their upward trajectory, and turn the side into a dynasty rather than a one-off season of success, and attacking reinforcements are being targeted.

According to The Athletic, Arsenal have made contact with Juventus over a move to sign 21-year-old sensation Kenan Yildiz.

Yildiz, who has been described as a ‘future Ballon d’Or winner’, recently signed a new contract at the Allianz Stadium, with the Serie A giants keen to keep their prized asset for the long-term.

But Arsenal enquired about his availability in their hunt for a new left-winger, as Arteta looks to add young players with a high ceiling who are good enough to make an immediate impact on the squad.

Juventus told the north London side that there are no conditions that would see them sanction a sale, however, and the Gunners have since moved on to other targets for the position.

Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard have both been linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium this summer, while forward Gabriel Jesus is also expected to depart as he enters the final 12 months of his contract.

Yildiz Would Have Been Perfect Arsenal Signing

Yildiz has developed into one of the very best young forwards in Europe, and he is set to star at the World Cup as part of the Turkish national team this summer.

Juventus know the talent that they have on their hands at the moment, and it’s no surprise that they will be doing everything to keep him. But it should also be encouraging for Arsenal fans that the club are looking at players like this to come into their team, despite the season they have just had.

His technical quality, eye for goal, creativity and skill would have made him a perfect addition to the squad on the left-wing. Juventus are standing firm for now, but if that situation changes, then Arsenal are likely to be well-placed to get a deal over the line.