Real Madrid Eye Juventus Sensation As Potential Vinicius Replacement

Real Madrid are reportedly keeping a close eye on Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz as a possible future replacement for Vinicius Junior.

 

 

According to FootballTransfers, the Spanish giants are monitoring the 20-year-old Turkish international amid uncertainty over Vinicius’s future at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Brazilian star is said to be firm on his wage demands, which club president Florentino Perez is not willing to meet, prompting Madrid to consider alternative options for their attack.

The upcoming Champions League meeting between Real Madrid and Juventus at the Bernabeu will give the club’s scouts a perfect opportunity to evaluate Yildiz in person. The match will allow Madrid to assess his temperament, technical quality, and ability to perform against elite opposition.

Yildiz has drawn widespread praise from scouts and analysts for his creativity, skill, and maturity on the ball. Madrid view him as a player with huge potential and believe he could become a world-class attacker in the future. Observing him in a high-pressure environment like the Champions League will help them decide whether to pursue a move.

Should Madrid move forward with an approach, Yildiz would not be alone in adapting to life in Spain. His Turkish national teammate Arda Guler is already part of the Madrid squad and could help him settle quickly into the team’s system and dressing room atmosphere.

 

 

However, Juventus are in no rush to sell their young star. The Italian club see Yildiz as a vital part of their long-term project, making any transfer negotiations difficult.

For Real Madrid, though, Yildiz remains a player of genuine interest—both as a potential successor to Vinicius if he departs in 2026 and as a long-term investment for the club’s future. His combination of flair, technical ability, and familiarity with Guler make him an appealing option for Los Blancos’ evolving attacking lineup.