Real Madrid set to face Bayern Munich competition in race for Juventus rising star

Real Madrid set to face Bayern Munich competition in race for Juventus rising star It was reported yesterday that Real Madrid are one of the clubs in contention to sign Kenan Yildiz in the summer of 2027. The Turkish international is Juventus’ undisputed star. But his future remains uncertain, especially if the Old Lady fail to qualify for Champions League football next season. Thanks to Juventus’ economic situation, they may have no option but to cash in on Yildiz, with Real Madrid closely watching. Bayern Munich also interested in Yildiz However, Real Madrid are not the only club interested in the services of Yildiz and signing the Turk from Juventus won’t be a walk in the park for Los Blancos . According to Corriere dello Sport (h/t Bernabeu Digital ), Real Madrid are set to face competition from Bayern Munich in the race to sign Yildiz. Yildiz is the undisputed star for Turkey. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images) The Bavarians are particularly keen on Yildiz as the player has some history with the club, having spent 11 years in Bayern’s youth academy before leaving for Juventus in 2022. Bayern Munich are more than keen on having Yildiz back in Bavaria, as the club are in desperate need of reinforcements in the creative department, amid complications over Jamal Musiala’s fitness. Yilmaz keeps Real Madrid option open Despite Bayern’s history with the player, their past relationship may not necessarily work in their favour. Yildiz has previously spoken candidly about the lack of trust he felt during his time in Germany, something that ultimately pushed him towards Juventus. “I’ve been here for four years and everyone has always shown me great confidence, something I lacked at Bayern. I was there for eleven years and never felt their trust,” the forward had said. Yildiz’s future at Juventus is in doubt. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images) Those comments could prove significant in any future race, potentially tilting the balance in Real Madrid’s favour. Los Blancos have been tracking Yildiz for some time and believe his profile would suit the squad’s long-term vision, particularly as a possible alternative on the left wing as Vinicius Jr’s situation evolves. Bayern and Real Madrid are not the only admirers either, with Arsenal also keeping a close eye on the 21-year-old. Should Juventus decide to cash in, the transfer is shaping up to be a top-level battle between some of Europe’s biggest clubs.