Juventus targets Franck Kessie as transfer window approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:20 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Juventus aims to sign Franck Kessie as a free agent in the final weeks of the transfer window. Kessie is reportedly waiting for an offer from the club, which is working to create salary space through player departures. Juventus needs to strengthen its midfield following a disappointing start to the season, and Kessie’s experience could provide a significant boost. The club is currently close to resolving financial constraints related to player wages, with planned exits for Mattia Perin, Arthur Melo, Michel di Gregorio, and Fabio Miretti. Progress in negotiations could see Kessie joining soon.
- •Juventus is working to sign Franck Kessie as a free agent.
- •Kessie is awaiting an offer while Juventus manages its wage bill.
- •Player departures are expected to create salary space.
- •Key players leaving include Mattia Perin and Arthur Melo.
- •Kessie's experience could strengthen Juventus' midfield.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Luciano Moggi explains why Juventus needs Kessie
- 2:20 PMYahoo Sports — Juventus Kessie plans are taking shape this summer
"Juventus are interested in a summer move for Franck Kessie and have already earned the trust of the midfielder, who wants to join them in the coming days.Kessie is coming off the back of three rich an...
"Juventus want to add Franck Kessie to their squad during the final weeks of the transfer window as a free agent, and the Ivorian is also waiting for an offer from the Bianconeri.Both parties are under...
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 2:00 PMLuciano Moggi explains why Juventus needs Kessie
Juventus are interested in a summer move for Franck Kessie and have already earned the trust of the midfielder, who wants to join them in the coming days.Kessie is coming off the back of three rich an...
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 2:20 PMJuventus Kessie plans are taking shape this summer
Juventus want to add Franck Kessie to their squad during the final weeks of the transfer window as a free agent, and the Ivorian is also waiting for an offer from the Bianconeri.Both parties are under...
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