Arsenal considers signing Kenan Yildiz from Juventus amid failed pursuit of Vinicius Junior
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:50 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Arsenal is exploring the option of acquiring Kenan Yildiz from Juventus for over €100 million. This move comes after the club was unable to secure Vinicius Junior, who has reaffirmed his commitment to Real Madrid. Juventus's high asking price for Yildiz suggests a tense negotiation environment, as Arsenal seeks a major attacking player. Should Arsenal decide to pursue Yildiz, they will need to make a substantial bid to engage Juventus in talks.
- •Arsenal aimed for Vinicius Junior but pivoted to Kenan Yildiz.
- •Juventus demands over €100 million for Yildiz.
- •Yildiz, 21, fits Arsenal's profile for a modern forward.
- •Negotiations depend on a substantial bid from Arsenal.
- •The club's transfer strategy faces scrutiny with high expectations.
- 5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Arsenal keen on move to sign Serie A forward
- 7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal Eye €100m Serie A Star After Vini Jnr Snub
"Arsenal Transfer News: Kenan Yildiz Emerges as Juventus Winger Target After Vinicius Junior BlowArsenal’s search for a new left-sided attacker appears to be moving into a fresh phase, with Calciomer...
"Arsenal Weigh Kenan Yildiz Move as Juventus Demand Tops €100mArsenal are back in the market for a headline forward and, according to La Stampa, Kenan Yildiz has moved firmly into view. The Juventus ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 9, 2026, 5:50 PMReport: Arsenal keen on move to sign Serie A forward
Arsenal Transfer News: Kenan Yildiz Emerges as Juventus Winger Target After Vinicius Junior BlowArsenal’s search for a new left-sided attacker appears to be moving into a fresh phase, with Calciomer...
- Yahoo SportsAug 8, 2026, 7:50 PMArsenal Eye €100m Serie A Star After Vini Jnr Snub
Arsenal Weigh Kenan Yildiz Move as Juventus Demand Tops €100mArsenal are back in the market for a headline forward and, according to La Stampa, Kenan Yildiz has moved firmly into view. The Juventus ...
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