SpotlightFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 8 Aug 2026
McKennie: Staying at Juventus is a dream come true
The American midfielder wants to spend the rest of his career in Turin, calling it a dream come true.


W. McKennie
player
Player
Weston McKennie
Club
Juventus
Years at club
Six years, starting seventh season
Position
Midfielder
What happened. Weston McKennie expressed his desire to remain at Juventus for the rest of his career, calling it a dream come true ahead of a pre-season match.
- He cited Andrea Pirlo's advice on professionalism and longevity.
- His boyhood idol is Francesco Totti for his loyalty.
- He praised coach Thiago Motta as his favorite coach.
“Being here for six years already and starting, I think, my seventh season is a dream come true, so I hope I can carry on.”
— Weston McKennie
McKennie is set to start against Inter, with Juventus aiming to win the Europa League.
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