Arsenal Table €50m Plus Gabriel Jesus in Ambitious Move for Juventus Star Kenan Yildiz
Arsenal are reportedly preparing a bold transfer proposal worth €50 million plus Gabriel Jesus for Juventus’ young sensation Kenan Yildiz, a player valued at around €90 million and tipped by many to become a future Ballon d’Or winner. According to reports from Italy (via Radio Radio and TuttoJuve), Arsenal’s new sporting director Andrea Berta is looking to achieve two key objectives in one stroke—signing the 20-year-old Turkish talent while also moving on Gabriel Jesus, whose form has dipped this season.
If the deal goes through during the January transfer window, it would not only inject fresh creativity and energy into Mikel Arteta’s squad but also help free up wages and squad space in a forward line already featuring Kai Havertz, Leandro Trossard, and Gabriel Martinelli. However, with Juventus reluctant to sell and Chelsea monitoring the situation, Arsenal may face a tough negotiation battle.
Yildiz has quickly become one of Serie A’s brightest young stars under Thiago Motta, showcasing incredible versatility across the front line. This season, he’s already contributed two goals and four assists in just eight appearances, including a stunning solo goal against Inter Milan that earned him widespread praise. Last season, he recorded 12 goals and nine assists across all competitions and helped Juventus lift the Coppa Italia. His dribbling, vision, and composure have led some to compare him to Cristiano Ronaldo, with former striker Giuseppe Rossi calling him “a phenomenon who will win the Ballon d’Or.”
For Arsenal, Yildiz is seen as the ideal player to complement their attacking style. Berta—renowned for discovering talents like Rodri during his time at Atlético Madrid—believes the Turkish star could be the “missing spark” in Arteta’s possession-based system. Arsenal’s offer, which reportedly includes €50 million in cash and Jesus valued around €30-35 million, would also relieve the club of the Brazilian’s £300,000 weekly wages.
Jesus, who joined from Manchester City in 2022 for €52m, has struggled with injuries and inconsistent form, scoring just four goals in 15 games this season. With Arteta now favoring Havertz as a false nine, Jesus’ departure could be mutually beneficial. Meanwhile, Juventus—facing financial fair play pressures—may see Jesus as an experienced, cost-effective reinforcement.
Despite Arsenal’s ambition, Juventus have made it clear that Yildiz is not for sale unless they receive a massive offer exceeding €70 million. Chelsea are also reportedly preparing a €60 million bid, setting up a potential transfer tug-of-war.
On social media, fans have erupted with excitement and debate, with the hashtag #YildizToArsenal trending as supporters hail Berta’s clever strategy. While some praise the move as a “masterstroke,” others question Jesus’ trade value.
As Arsenal sit four points clear at the top of the Premier League, the outcome of this potential blockbuster deal could determine whether Arteta’s men strengthen their title charge—or miss out on one of Europe’s most promising stars.
