Juventus are supposedly attempting to sell American midfielder Weston McKennie, so it seems his time there is ending, and Fenerbahce are looking to bring him to Turkey.
Thiago Motta, Juventus’ new coach, has made it plain that McKennie is not part of the team’s long-term strategy.
Thus, the Bianconeri are hoping to clear some space for future signings. They also want to reduce their financial load by selling him this summer; even though his contract is up in June 2025. They have set an asking price of $15-16 million plus bonuses, indicating their firm stance on his market value.
Initially, the Italians included the midfielder in a proposed exchange deal with Aston Villa for Douglas Luiz.
However, the move fell through due to the American’s refusal to agree on personal terms with the Premier League side. Juventus had to adjust their strategy; incorporating Enzo Barrenechea and Samuel Iling-Junior along with cash to secure the deal for Luiz.
After that, in an unexpected twist, FC Cincinnati from MLS also entered the race to sign McKennie. According to Pro Soccer Wire, FC Cincinnati have made a bid, reportedly willing to go as high as $15 million.
The MLS club currently holds the second-best record in the league. Thus, they are prepared to make McKennie one of the highest-paid players in MLS to lure him back to the United States. His current salary of around $2.7 million net would place him just outside the top 10 of MLS’s highest earners.
McKennie’s future to be decided after Copa America
McKennie has made it clear that he will not consider his future until after the Copa America.
This stance has added an element of suspense to the situation, as clubs wait to see how the tournament unfolds. They await to see whether McKennie’s performance could influence his market value or attract additional suitors.
Jose Mourinho is looking to build a strong Fenerbahce side ahead of his debut season in Turkey
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-06-29 17:22:07
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