Juventus Secures Promising Youngster Kerim Alajbegović from Bayer Leverkusen
Juventus has successfully acquired Kerim Alajbegović, one of European football's most sought-after young talents, from Bayer Leverkusen. The 18-year-old attacking midfielder has committed to a long-term deal with the Turin-based club, extending until 2031.
While the exact transfer fee has not been officially disclosed by either club, reports from Germany and Italy suggest a guaranteed sum exceeding €30 million, with potential add-ons that could push the total closer to €40 million.
Alajbegović Opted for Juventus Over Chelsea
The Bianconeri faced significant competition for the teenager's signature, with Chelsea, Napoli, and Atalanta reportedly also vying for his services. Chelsea was particularly aggressive in their pursuit, with former Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso reportedly making a personal appeal. However, Chelsea's inability to guarantee regular first-team football, especially after signing Morgan Rogers, ultimately worked against them. Reports indicate that the promise of a consistent role in the Juventus first team was the deciding factor.
Born in Germany and representing Bosnia and Herzegovina internationally, Alajbegović is a product of Bayer Leverkusen's youth academy. He moved to RB Salzburg last summer, but a swift progression led Bayer to activate a buy-back clause to bring him back this summer. However, Juventus swiftly moved to secure his transfer within weeks.
Alajbegović departs Bayer Leverkusen without having made a senior competitive appearance for the German club, marking a noteworthy business transaction for Bayer.
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