19.02.2026 09:00
It was claimed that Juventus may make an official move for Barış Alper Yılmaz, who stood out with his performance in the match where Galatasaray defeated Juventus 5-2, at the end of the season.
A striking transfer claim has emerged for Barış Alper Yılmaz, who drew attention with his performance in the match where Galatasaray defeated Juventus 5-2 in the Champions League. It was reported that the Italian giant initiated work for the national player immediately after the match.
HE DIDN'T SCORE ON THE FIELD BUT MADE AN IMPACT
On the historic night at RAMS Park, although he couldn't contribute to the score, Barış Alper Yılmaz, who troubled the Juventus defense with his effective play, stood out with his physical strength and resilience in contact play. The national player's dominant performance caught the attention of the Italian team.
PRAISE FROM CHIELLINI
According to a report by Sabah, it was claimed that Juventus Football Strategy Director Giorgio Chiellini used flattering expressions about Barış Alper. Chiellini reportedly said, "I watched him with admiration. He plays contact play perfectly. You push him, you pull him, he definitely doesn't fall. Just like Kenan Yıldız, he is very strong. Such strong players are not easy to find. He is a player perfectly suited for the Italian league. If possible, we should pursue him as Juventus. If conditions are suitable at the end of the season, we must definitely sit down with the Galatasaray management."
INTEREST FROM SAUDI ARABIA
At the beginning of the season, Saudi Arabian team NEOM had shown interest in Barış Alper Yılmaz, but the process did not conclude.
SEASON PERFORMANCE
This season, Barış Alper Yılmaz has played in 33 matches across all competitions and spent 2,463 minutes on the field, contributing with 8 goals and 12 assists.