Yildiz targets December return from injury, says he misses Juventus

Kenan Yildiz hopes to be available for Juventus again by December, the forward said while receiving the "Bulgarelli Number 8" award in Bologna, as reported by Corriere dello Sport. The prize is given to the best player of the 2025-26 season.

Asked when he would be back on the pitch, Yildiz said: "Let's say December." He added: "Today I feel good, I hope to return to playing soon. I miss Juventus a lot, I miss the feeling of playing football, I hope it happens soon."

Yildiz said the award means a great deal to him and that he tries to give his best and play with enthusiasm. Fabio Capello, president of the award, praised the young Juventus player's imagination and unpredictable play, calling him "the Yamal of Italy."

The reported timeframe comes from the player himself and has not been presented as an official club confirmation.