Transfer Market: Franck Kessié declines an offer of 7.87 billion FCFA to extend with Al-Ahli

Franck Kessié rejected a two-year contract extension offer from Al-Ahli worth €12 million per season (7.87 billion FCFA). The 29-year-old Ivorian midfielder aims to return to Europe, with Juventus Turin showing interest. Kessié is willing to lower his salary demands to facilitate the move. In the 2025-2026 season, he played 42 matches, scored 12 goals, and provided 6 assists.