Kessié's agent blames Juventus for collapsed summer transfer
Franck Kessié, currently at Al-Ahli, was reportedly close to joining Juventus during the summer transfer window. However, his agent has now gone public with criticism aimed at Juventus, claiming the Serie A club's handling of negotiations was deceptive and ultimately led to the deal falling through. The agent suggested Juventus strung Kessié along without genuine intent to complete the signing. The fallout raises questions about Juventus's midfield planning, as Kessié had been viewed as a potential reinforcement in the engine room.
Read the full story at football-italia.netFranck Kessié's camp going public with frustration over a failed Juventus move is a rare rebuke of a major European club and adds a layer of drama to what was already a turbulent window for both parties. The accusation of misleading conduct could sour relations between the player's representatives and Juventus, effectively closing the door on a future deal while also putting the club's recruitment process under scrutiny. For Al-Ahli, retaining Kessié is a stable outcome, but the episode underscores how Saudi Pro League players remain active in European transfer discussions. It is a reminder that even high-profile moves can collapse over trust as much as money.
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