Bosnian Talent Alajbegovic Signs With Juventus Following World Cup Success
WHO:
Goal.com - Kerim Alajbegovic, an 18-year-old winger from Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Sportstar - Juventus, Serie A club; Bayer Leverkusen, Alajbegovic's previous club.
WHAT:
Goal.com - Alajbegovic expressed his emotions upon joining Juventus, stating, "Yesterday at the Allianz Stadium I felt some wonderful emotions. I can't wait to get started, I’m very proud, it's a great honour to wear this shirt and I’ll give my all."
Sportstar - Alajbegovic's opening goal in the World Cup was part of a match where Bosnia and Herzegovina lost 2-0 to co-host the United States in the knockout stages.
Sportstar - Alajbegovic signed with Juventus for 30 million euros.
Sportstar - Alajbegovic scored 13 goals in 44 appearances across all competitions during the last season at RB Salzburg.
Sportstar - Alajbegovic scored in Bosnia’s penalty shootout wins over Wales and Italy in the World Cup playoffs.
Sportstar - Alajbegovic netted the opening goal in the 3-1 victory over Qatar in the World Cup, which sent Bosnia through to the knockout stages.
WHERE:
Goal.com - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy, where Alajbegovic was unveiled.
Sportstar - Bosnia and Herzegovina, where Alajbegovic represented his national team.
WHEN:
Sportstar - Alajbegovic signed a five-year contract with Juventus.
Sportstar - The announcement of his signing was made on August 2, 2026.
WHY:
Goal.com - Alajbegovic expressed pride and honor in joining Juventus, indicating a desire to contribute to the team's success.
HOW:
Goal.com - Alajbegovic described himself as a player who likes to have the ball, enjoys shooting, dribbling, creating chances, and passing to drive the attack forward.
(UPDATED August 3, 2026 16:25 UTC)
Alajbegovic has shared his excitement about joining Juventus, expressing his pride and eagerness to start with the team, saying, "Yesterday at the Allianz Stadium I felt some wonderful emotions. I can't wait to get started, I’m very proud, it's a great honour to wear this shirt and I’ll give my all." This announcement comes on the heels of his performance in the World Cup, where he scored an opening goal in a match that saw Bosnia and Herzegovina lose 2-0 to co-host the United States in the knockout stages.
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(UPDATED August 3, 2026 12:58 UTC)
Kerim Alajbegovic, an 18-year-old winger from Bosnia and Herzegovina, has officially signed with Juventus for 30 million euros, joining from Bayer Leverkusen. He had an impressive last season at RB Salzburg, scoring 13 goals in 44 appearances and making significant contributions to Bosnia's World Cup journey, including goals in penalty shootouts against Wales and Italy, as well as the opening goal in a 3-1 victory over Qatar. Unveiled at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, Alajbegovic expressed his pride and honor in joining Juventus, stating he looks forward to contributing to the team's success with his skills in dribbling, shooting, and creating chances.