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Chelsea and Juventus bid for Alajbegovic

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2026-07-26 11:22 UTC → 2026-07-26 17:16 UTC · added removed

Chelsea remain the frontrunner in talks with Bayer Leverkusen over 18‑year‑old Bosnian winger Kerim Alajbegovic. The London club has moved beyond an initial €30‑35 million proposal to formal discussions centred on a fee reported around formal €40 million, slightly lower than some earlier estimates. Manager Xabi Alonso has outlined a future role for the player, million package – €30 million guaranteed with a performance‑related add‑ons that could raise the total. A short‑term loan to a partner club is still being considered discussed to ensure regular playing time before a permanent move. Juventus have stepped up intensified their interest, pursuit, raising an offer after initially declining an early hesitation on a €30 million base plus bonuses, bonuses and promising regular first‑team football. Other Serie A clubs – Atalanta, Alajbegovic a starting place in the next season. Napoli and additional Italian other Serie A sides – continue to monitor the situation. Alajbegovic, who attracted attention after scoring for Bosnia at the 2026 World Cup, has expressed a desire Alajbegovic is contracted to leave Leverkusen despite a contract running to until 2031 without an exit clause. Bayer Leverkuren, who with no release clause, having been repurchased him for €8 million, million after a buy‑back from Red Bull Salzburg. This season he has recorded 13 league goals and four assists, and his World Cup strike against Qatar has heightened his profile. Bayer Leverkusen have indicated willingness to sell as the transfer window closes. Personal closes, while personal terms are still being finalised, and the decision remains pending. German and Italian sources still view the Chelsea deal as the most likely outcome, although Juventus’ revised bid keeps the competition alive. finalised.

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  1. 2026-07-26 17:16 UTC Chelsea and Juventus bid for Alajbegovic
  2. 2026-07-26 11:22 UTC Chelsea and Juventus bid for Alajbegovic

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