Kenan Yildiz has requested to become Juventus’ highest-paid player and receive assurances about the club’s future competitive project as a prerequisite for signing a new contract extension.
Juventus are set to resume high-stakes contract negotiations with Kenan Yildiz, with the Turkish star reportedly setting two firm conditions for his extension.
Despite a contract that runs until 2029, both parties are eager to reflect the 20-year-old’s growing importance to the squad.
According to reports, Yildiz is seeking to become the club’s highest-paid player, matching the €6m annual salary of Jonathan David, a significant jump from his current €1.7m earnings.
The financial aspect is only part of the equation, as Yildiz is also demanding formal guarantees regarding the club’s long-term sporting ambitions.
Following a period of managerial instability, the forward wants to ensure Juventus remains committed to a project capable of winning major trophies.
Currently, a gap of roughly €1m exists between the player’s demands and the club’s offer of €4m to €5m per season, which includes various performance-related bonuses.
The resumption of talks coincides with the expected arrival of new sporting director Marco Ottolini, who will be tasked with bridging the valuation gap.
Yildiz has backed his demands with strong on-field performances this season, tallying six goals and six assists in 22 appearances.
As the article notes, the Bianconeri view a new deal as “necessary” to secure their prized asset, but they must first satisfy the youngster’s desire for both financial and competitive parity.