Chelsea will not sign Alajbegovic, who agrees to join Juventus
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 6:25 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Kerim Alajbegovic has reportedly reached an agreement to join Juventus, turning down Chelsea's interest. The Blues sought to add the Bayer Leverkusen winger this summer but could not provide a clear path for playing time. Alajbegovic, 18, had a strong season in the Austrian Bundesliga and showcased his talent during the 2026 World Cup. Chelsea has been focusing on their existing young talents, making the signing of Alajbegovic less crucial for their current squad depth.
- •Chelsea aimed to sign Kerim Alajbegovic from Bayer Leverkusen.
- •Alajbegovic chose Juventus after rejecting Chelsea's offer.
- •He scored nine goals in 28 Bundesliga matches last season.
- •Alajbegovic performed well at the 2026 World Cup.
- •Chelsea has depth in the left-wing position with new signings.
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea dealt huge blow in pursuit of Bundesliga wonderkid
- 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea set to miss out on Alajbegovic as he reaches groundbreaking agreement with Juventus
"Kerim Alajbegovic Rejects Chelsea for Juventus as BlueCo Pathway Raises Fresh QuestionsChelsea have missed out on Kerim Alajbegovic, with the teenage talent opting for Juventus despite the Blues being...
"Chelsea were reportedly keen on signing Bayer Leverkusen starlet Kerim Alajbegovic this summer ahead of several Serie A outfits.The Blues wanted to bring him to Stamford Bridge to work with Xabi Alons...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 6:50 PMChelsea dealt huge blow in pursuit of Bundesliga wonderkid
Kerim Alajbegovic Rejects Chelsea for Juventus as BlueCo Pathway Raises Fresh QuestionsChelsea have missed out on Kerim Alajbegovic, with the teenage talent opting for Juventus despite the Blues being...
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 6:25 AMChelsea set to miss out on Alajbegovic as he reaches groundbreaking agreement with Juventus
Chelsea were reportedly keen on signing Bayer Leverkusen starlet Kerim Alajbegovic this summer ahead of several Serie A outfits.The Blues wanted to bring him to Stamford Bridge to work with Xabi Alons...
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