Kessie explores free agency options with Roma and Juventus interests
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Franck Kessié, recently available after leaving AC Milan, is drawing interest from several Serie A clubs. The midfielder showcased his talents at the World Cup, where he scored and had notable performances for Ivory Coast. Both Juventus and Roma are potential destinations, with Roma's coach Gian Piero Gasperini having prior experience with Kessié at Atalanta. However, Kessié's high salary poses a challenge in negotiations amid competition from other clubs, including Atalanta.
- •Kessié is a free agent after leaving AC Milan.
- •He had strong performances at the World Cup for Ivory Coast.
- •Juventus and Roma are interested in signing him.
- •Gasperini knows Kessié from their time at Atalanta.
- •Kessié's salary is a significant obstacle in negotiations.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Kessie proposed to Roma in free agency
"Kessié is back in fashion. Not like Frattesi, but almost. The Ivorian midfielder was one of the stars of the World Cup with his national team: one goal and several convincing performances. That was e...
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