Franck Kessie has been on Juventus’ radar this summer, and the Old Lady has been impressed by his World Cup performances, according to Tuttojuve.
Kessie has extensive experience in Italian and European football, having played for Atalanta, AC Milan, and Barcelona before moving to Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, where he has continued his career at a high level and remains an established presence in international football with Ivory Coast.
Teams are not usually excited about signing players from the Saudi Pro League, but Kessie is proving that he can still compete against top opponents with his performances at the World Cup.
Ivory Coast, which he captains, has been one of the finest teams to watch in the competition and continues to perform well each time they play.
Juventus interest and World Cup impact
The match against Germany was particularly notable for his influence in midfield, even though Ivory Coast were eventually beaten after conceding a late turnaround.
Reports suggest Juventus are prepared to step up their interest and could move to secure Kessie on a free transfer as they look to strengthen their midfield options for next season, and they believe his versatility would suit their tactical system.
The club view him as a player capable of adding physicality, control, and experience under Luciano Spalletti as they aim to compete for major honours next season.
His experience in winning trophies in Saudi Arabia is also considered valuable, offering leadership qualities that could benefit the squad in high-pressure matches.
Future transfer considerations for Juventus
Juventus believe his return to Italian football would be a low-risk opportunity given his familiarity with Serie A and his previous development in the league.
Kessie is also said to be open to a return to Europe if the right project is offered, making negotiations potentially realistic for all parties involved.