Real Madrid is working hard behind the scenes and planning an ambitious move to sign Turkish striker Kenan Yildiz, currently at Juventus, who has been attracting strong interest from Premier League clubs, according to Spanish media reports. In fact, the current LaLiga runners-up are reportedly willing to make an offer in the region of €100 million to secure the player in the near future.
Yildiz has already established himself as an important asset for Juventus: he has a contract until 2029 and the Italian club is already working to extend that contract even further, but Real Madrid appears to be one of the strongest candidates to try to sign him and spark the player's interest, which could put Juventus in a delicate negotiating position.
Juventus is trying to prepare itself against advances from Real Madrid
Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso is said to be a big fan of Kenan Yildiz. According to statements by Italian agent Giovanni Branchini, Alonso has explicitly asked the club's board to make an effort to sign him. The agent has already said in interviews that he would like to see the player playing for one of Spain's giants, and Xabi is said to have directly requested that the club's management make every effort to sign him.
Tactically, Yildiz fits the profile of a modern striker: he plays both as a second striker and in wide positions, moves well between the lines, finishes well, and also moves into space to receive passes. This versatility makes him a potential asset for the style of play that Real Madrid seeks, with space occupation, quick transitions, and offensive decision-making ability.
In addition to Real Madrid, clubs such as Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United are also reportedly interested in the player, which reinforces the competition for his talent. However, everything indicates that the LaLiga team is the clear favorite to secure what would be one of the most impactful signings in world football in January, even though Yildiz will have to deal with fierce competition in his quest for a permanent starting position.