Zeki Celik departs Roma for Juventus after contract talks fail
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Zeki Celik is leaving AS Roma to join Juventus, confirmed by the club on July 16, 2026. The Turkish full-back will not renew his contract with Roma and has expressed gratitude to the fans and staff in an emotional farewell on Instagram. Despite plans for contract negotiations, Celik decided to pursue a new opportunity with Juventus, marking the end of his tenure with the Giallorossi. His statement highlighted his pride in playing for Roma and his experiences there.
- •Zeki Celik bids farewell to AS Roma fans on social media.
- •The full-back's departure follows failed contract renewal discussions.
- •Celik expresses gratitude towards teammates and coaching staff.
- •He will begin a new chapter with Juventus this summer.
- •Celik helped Roma return to the UEFA Champions League during his time.
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Official: Celik leaves Roma, “I will carry you in my heart.”
"Zeki Celik, surprisingly, is not renewing his contract with Roma but is moving to Juventus. The Giallorossi club, as reported by Corriere dello Sport, had booked the Turkish full-back’s return fligh...
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