{
  "id": 6889056,
  "title": "Kerim Alajbegovic tipped to shine in Yildiz’s absence",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/kerim-alajbegovic-tipped-to-shine-in-yildizs-absence",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-12T08:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/kerim-alajbegovic-tipped-shine-yildiz-080500260.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kerim Alajbegović is expected to excel in Gianluca Yildiz's absence, having been the subject of a potential move to Chelsea before being signed by Juventus this summer. The 18-year-old Bosnian has been thrust into action at a faster pace than anticipated due to the injury of his teammate Kenan Yildiz. Juventus paid a considerable fee for Alajbegović, and he has been training with the senior team right away. The youngster knows he must perform to justify the club's investment, but he is confident in his abilities and committed to delivering on the pitch. Luca Marrone, Juventus' talent scout, expressed his faith in Alajbegović, stating that the young player has the potential to make a significant impact. Marrone praised the teenager's impressive performances in previous games and highlighted his qualities in one-on-one situations, which make him a valuable asset for Juventus. Marrone's support for Alajbegović further fuels the excitement surrounding the young player and the belief that he can become an important contributor for the Bianconeri.",
  "summary": "Kerim Alajbegović was close to a move to Chelsea before Juventus poached him to add him to their squad this summer, and the Bosnian knows he has to deliver.Juve signed him for a good fee, and he is t...",
  "key_points": [
    "Kerim Alajbegovic set to perform well without Gianluca Yildiz",
    "18-year-old Bosnian thrust into action due to teammate's injury",
    "Luca Marrone confident in Alajbegovic's impact potential"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Kerim Alajbegović's accelerated rise to prominence due to Kenan Yildiz's injury puts pressure on him to validate Juventus' considerable investment, but also offers a chance to prove his potential.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}