Radio Radioreports that Mikel Arteta and his recruitment chiefs are “crazy” about the Turkish international. Behind the scenes, initial conversations are said to have been sparked, although it remains unclear whether they’ve reached out to the player’s camp, Juventus directly, or both. What is clear, however, is Arsenal‘s burning intent to bring Yildiz to the Emirates.
Arsenal are willing to table €60m in cash along with Leandro Trossard as bait. Juventus, though, reportedly value Yildiz closer to the €80-100m (£70m/$94m-£87m/$117m) bracket, making the proposed package a test of their resolve. For Juve, the Belgian winger offers experience and versatility, but at 31 this December, his resale value is slim compared to the rising star they currently possess.
Sources close to the Italian club insist the Bianconeri want to hold on to their prized asset. In fact, Juve are already working to lock Yildiz down on a fresh contract running until 2030. That long-term plan signals just how central the young midfielder is to their future vision. Letting him go now, even with €60m plus Trossard on the table, would be a bitter pill to swallow.
Despite strengthening his frontline in the summer, with the likes of Eberechi Eze, Victor Gyokeres, and Noni Madueke, Arteta is still keen to inject fresh creativity and youth into his attack. Yildiz, with his ability to glide past defenders and unlock tight games, fits the bill perfectly.
