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Juventus secures Zeki Celik from Roma, praises team strength

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:50 PM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Juventus secures Zeki Celik from Roma, praises team strength

Summary

Juventus has acquired Zeki Celik from AS Roma, who was reportedly close to renewing his contract with the club. Luciano Spalletti, Juventus' coach, lauded the move during a press conference, highlighting the team's capability to surprise and strengthen its roster. Celik is expected to integrate smoothly, given his experience and reputation in football. Spalletti expressed confidence in the team's leadership and their plans to enhance the squad further ahead of the season.

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By the Numbers

•Zeki Celik joins Juventus after Roma missed contract renewal.
•Spalletti emphasizes the strength and surprise of Juventus.
•Celik is regarded as a reliable player with a warrior attitude.
•Juventus aims to enhance their squad before the season starts.
•Spalletti reflects on the strong relationships with club executives.

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2:50 PMYahoo Sports — Luciano Spalletti praises Juve’s hijacking of Zeki Celik: “It shows we’re a strong club.”

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Yesterday, Roma let Zeki Celik slip out from under their noses. The Turkish player seemed close to renewing his contract with Roma, but Juventus swiftly gifted the full-back to Luciano Spalletti. The ...
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