Barcelona’s new coach Hansi Flick is steadily influencing the club’s sporting direction, urging management to explore every opportunity to bolster the attacking line in the near future.
With a calm and calculated approach, Flick is shaping the team’s future, placing a strong emphasis on improving the offensive unit. Behind the scenes, the club is working diligently to identify impactful reinforcements, and one name is beginning to stand out.
Kenan Yildiz, the talented young Turkish forward currently at Juventus, has caught Flick’s eye. The German coach sees the 20-year-old as a potential key figure in his new project. Yildiz has drawn attention with his impressive performances for both Juventus and the Turkish national team, demonstrating technical ability, adaptability, and effectiveness across various attacking roles.
From a management perspective, Barcelona is closely tracking the situation despite the deal’s complexities. President Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco recognize both Yildiz’s potential on the pitch and his commercial appeal, particularly within the Turkish market.
However, Juventus remains determined to keep hold of the promising attacker. The Italian club has already turned down significant offers from other European teams and is working to secure Yildiz’s future by offering improved terms and a higher release clause.
To navigate this challenge, Barcelona is reportedly considering including defender Ronald Araújo in the discussions—possibly in a swap deal or as leverage to reach an agreement. This move could appeal to Juventus, which is actively seeking to strengthen its back line.
While Yildiz is currently settled in Turin, with consistent playing time and promising growth, Barcelona hasn’t ruled out pursuing him further—whether in this transfer window or in the future. Flick remains highly interested in the player, and sources within the club confirm that Yildiz remains a key figure in the coach’s long-term plans.
