As Juventus’ 2023-24 season progressed, Weston McKennie has emerged as the team’s star midfielder. That was demonstrated by an obvious striker with his two assists against Atalanta last Saturday.
Although the Bianconeri have had an eventful season this year, he has played an important role in all of it. Juventus are still on track to return to the Champions League next season. And that’s despite everyone’s panic over his fall in shape. since January and its sinking in the Battle of the Scudetto.
Before the start of this campaign, the Italian team set the bar for the return of the Champions League, implicitly and openly. The Americans helped keep this goal within reach.
Despite sharing the pitch with Adrien Rabiot and Manuel Locatelli, McKennie has taken the initiative from his team. With seven assists in Serie A, he is by far the team’s leader. In addition, it is a defensive hunting dog. His versatility as a full-back and right-sided midfielder has been amply demonstrated.
However, there has been no progress on a new contract for the 25-year-old, and his current contract will expire after the current season. The club and his company have met to discuss the extension, but have yet to reach an agreement.
According to La Gazzetta, the Italian club are open to a $22 million bid for their star midfielder, suggesting they could cash in on the situation. Contrary to rumours, the Turin giants are not in a position to extend McKennie’s contract. .
The report adds that due to his impressive play this season, the USMNT stalwart is aiming to return to the Premier League. That said, as United prepare for the summer move window, they have touted him as a possible option for their main team. Objectives.
The American international’s English experience has not been pleasant so far. Last year he went on loan to Leeds with an option to sign permanently. Still, he was unable to prevent the Whites from being relegated to the Championship and returned to the Series. To.
However, Red Devils manager Erik ten Hag has discovered this thanks to his confident performances. According to GIVEMESPORT, United have advised McKennie as a promising candidate for a midfield revamp this summer.
Aston Villa and Fulham could reignite their interest in the Juventus midfielder after having contemplated a transfer in the past, while Arsenal are also keeping a close eye on the player. However, it is unclear whether they will question Juventus in the coming months.
Leeds were relegated to the Championship last season and McKennie was unable to save them. But when the time comes to leave Juventus, clubs like Manchester United will surely offer him the chance to shine in the Premier League.
In addition, the article states that the former Schalke player’s long-term prestige at the Allianz Stadium is highly questioned. For this reason, he may be given the green light to embark on a new adventure before the start of the 2024/25 season. season.
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