Multiple sources claim that Juventus are considering reintegrating Weston McKennie into the first team as the USMNT midfielder could agree to a contract extension.
McKennie could soon be reinstated to the Juventus first team and even start on the bench in Monday’s Serie A opener against Como.
La Gazzetta dello Sport broke the news on Friday morning and it was subsequently confirmed by other sources such as transfer expert Matteo Moretto.
Juventus consider McKennie’s return to first team after Motta meeting
McKennie is currently training separately from the first-team players but a recent meeting with Thiago Motta has convinced him to consider a contract extension in Turin.
McKennie’s current €2.5 million-a-year contract expires in June 2025, and according to Gazzetta, he demanded a new €4 million-a-year deal a few months ago.
Juventus were further upset when the American midfielder turned down a move to Aston Villa in June, demanding €5 million per season.
However, the last meeting with Motta convinced the midfielder to consider a contract extension with a salary in line with the club’s needs, so he could soon be available again for the Bianconeri.
