Juventus' Kenan Yildiz in action with Inter Milan's Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Nicolo Barella. (REUTERS/Alberto Lingria)
Chelsea’s summer transfer window was busy as ever, with the Blues once again making major moves in the market.
Incoming players included Jamie Gittens, Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Jorrel Hato, and the headline arrival Alejandro Garnacho, while several big names departed, including Joao Félix, Nicolas Jackson, Noni Madueke, and Christopher Nkunku.
And it already looks to have paid off.
Chelsea have enjoyed a strong start to the 2025/26 Premier League season, going unbeaten in their opening four games with two wins and two draws. It’s not perfect, but it’s a solid return that leaves them sitting fifth in the table.
The squad could have been even stronger, however, had it not been for the stubborn stance of Juventus.
Chelsea Had Yildiz Bid Rejected
According to Calcio Mercato, Chelsea submitted a £61 million offer this summer for Kenan Yildiz, only for Juventus to reject it immediately.
Sporting director Damien Comolli made it clear that Yildiz is “practically unsellable” and has quickly become the Old Lady’s poster boy.
The 20-year-old attacker is regarded as one of the brightest young talents in world football. Former England boss Fabio Capello has described him as a “Real Madrid-level player”, highlighting the incredible ceiling he possesses.
Yildiz broke through last season with a series of eye-catching displays before shining at the FIFA Club World Cup, scoring three goals goals and announcing himself on the global stage.
This campaign he has hit the ground running, producing three assists and one goal in just three matches, a run that saw him win Serie A’s Player of the Month award for August.
Dynamic, versatile and devastating in attack, Yildiz looks like the kind of player Chelsea would love to have in their ranks. And although they missed out this summer, given their track record of pursuing young superstars, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see the Blues test Juventus’ resolve again — though his price will surely only rise.
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