- More silverware for American midfielder
- Approaching final year of contract
- Has hinted at extended stay in Turin
WHAT HAPPENED?
The United States international played the full 90 minutes for the Bianconeri as they battled their way to a 1-0 victory over Atalanta in the 2023-24 Coppa Italia final. Dusan Vlahovic netted the only goal of the contest with just four minutes on the clock.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
McKennie and Co. had to dig deep in order to get over the line, with Tim Weah also figuring for Juve off the bench – allowing him to land a first piece of silverware with the Turin giants. Understandably, there were wild scenes of celebration at the final whistle.
WHAT MCKENNIE SAID
McKennie has seen questions asked of his future in Italy, as he approaches the final year of his current contract, but he appears to have offered a nod towards staying on at the Allianz Stadium. After savouring Coppa Italia glory for the second time in his career, the 25-year-old posted on social media: “Not the first time and not the last time.”
WHAT NEXT?
That bold statement would appear to suggest that McKennie intends on sticking around and chasing down more major honours with Juve. That would rule out a summer transfer elsewhere, amid links to teams in England and Germany, while fresh terms may yet be committed to following protracted extension talks.
