Juventus have put the Franck Kessié deal on stand-by, with negotiations currently blocked over key details of the midfielder’s proposed contract.
we understands that there is no agreement over the third year of Kessié’s contract, including how that additional season would be activated and the salary attached to it.
Juventus consider the deal effectively frozen for now and will only resume progress if the Ivory Coast international changes his position over the disputed terms in the coming days.
The Italian giants had been pushing to reach an agreement with Kessié as quickly as possible, with talks gaining momentum following recent changes to their midfield options.
Softfootball previously reported that Juventus had maintained active discussions with the midfielder as they explored a potential move before the transfer window closes.
The departures of Arthur Melo and Fabio Miretti have created additional space in the Juventus midfield, with Kessié identified as one of the options being considered to strengthen the position.
However, the disagreement over the final year of his proposed contract has now stalled the negotiations.
For Juventus, the situation is clear: Kessié remains an option, but the deal will not progress under the current conditions.
The Italian giants are pushing to accelerate negotiations and avoid losing the opportunity, with further discussions expected in the coming days. Kessié’s experience in Serie A could make him an attractive addition to the Juventus squad as they prepare for another demanding campaign.
The next few days could prove decisive, with the transfer only expected to move forward if the player’s camp adjusts its stance on the third-year clause, its activation mechanism and the salary involved.
