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Juventus and Roma pursue Franck Kessie amid transfer talks

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 10:15 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Juventus and Roma pursue Franck Kessie amid transfer talks
Summary

Franck Kessie is at a crucial juncture regarding his future as Juventus and Roma compete for the Ivorian midfielder's services. Juventus has scheduled a meeting with Kessie's agents this afternoon to present their final offer, making strides in the recruitment process. Roma remains interested in Kessie, having added him to a list of potential targets to bolster their midfield ahead of the upcoming season. The presence of Gian Piero Gasperini at Roma could be a significant factor in the negotiations, given his prior experience working with Kessie.

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Status Watch
  • •Kessie is attracting interest from Juventus and Roma.
  • •Juventus plans to meet with Kessie's agents today.
  • •Roma sees Kessie as a key midfield target.
  • •Gian Piero Gasperini’s relationship with Kessie could influence the deal.
Latest Updates
  • 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Roma prepared to offer more than Juventus for free agent Kessie
  • 8:40 AMYahoo Sports — Roma in talks with Kessie, but Juve remain ahead
What they're saying
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Juventus are still hoping to conclude a deal to bring free agent Franck Kessie back to Serie A, but reports on Friday claim that Roma are prepared to offer the Ivory Coast international a bigger wage ...

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Franck Kessie’s future enters the decisive phase. The Ivorian midfielder is attracting interest from two major Italian clubs, Juventus and Roma, who are ready to compete for a player who already kno...

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