Kenan Yildiz has resumed full training with the Juventus squad during the club’s recent training sessions, but it remains to be seen when he will return to action during pre-season.
Juventus have already played two pre-season matches this summer, drawing 0-0 against Basel before recording a victory over Standard Liege in their second fixture. The Bianconeri are continuing their preparations for the new campaign and want their key players to be fully fit before the season begins.
Juventus take cautious approach with Yildiz
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Yildiz is expected to be one of Juventus’ most important players once again this season. The Turkiye international is likely to be a regular starter as long as he remains fit, making his recovery an important priority for the club.
Juventus will travel with several players for their upcoming pre-season match against Nice, but according to [Sky Sports Italia](https://sport.sky.it/calcio/serie-a/video/2026/07/30/yildiz-juventus-nizza-amichevole-news-video-1115006), Yildiz will not feature because the fixture has come too soon for him to return to competitive action.
The club does not want to rush the attacker back onto the pitch and is continuing to manage his workload carefully. Juventus believe it is more important to ensure he is fully prepared for the start of the season than to take unnecessary risks in a friendly match.
Focus remains on long-term fitness
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Although Yildiz will miss the game against Nice, there will still be further pre-season fixtures for him to build his match fitness before the competitive campaign begins. Juventus remain confident that he will be ready to play an important role when the new season gets underway.
The coaching staff will continue monitoring his progress in training and gradually increase his workload as his recovery continues. This careful approach is designed to ensure he returns in the best possible condition.
With Yildiz regarded as one of the key players in the Juventus squad, the club is prioritising his long-term fitness over an early return. The decision to leave him out against Nice reflects that strategy as preparations for the new season continue.