Casablanca – Italian giants Juventus have reportedly joined the race to sign Morocco international Yassine Bounou as uncertainty grows over the goalkeeper’s future at Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.
According to Al Jazeera Sports, Juventus are among the clubs interested in signing Bono for a reported fee of around €9 million (MAD 96 million) amid ongoing speculation that Al Hilal could remove the Moroccan goalkeeper from its domestic squad.
The report comes after Saudi outlet Koora claimed Al Hilal are considering registering Bono only for the AFC Champions League Elite while relying on Saudi international Mohammed Al Owais in the domestic league.
The proposed move is reportedly linked to Al Hilal’s plans to reshape their squad following the expected arrival of Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville from West Ham United.
Registering Al Owais for league matches would allow the club to free up a foreign-player slot for domestic competition.
However, according to Al Jazeera, Bono is unwilling to accept a role limited to continental competition, a stance that could open the door to a summer departure despite his contract running until 2028.
The Moroccan goalkeeper’s situation has attracted growing attention across Europe following his impressive performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Bounou played a crucial role in Morocco’s run to the quarterfinals, producing several standout displays, including penalty saves against the Netherlands in the Round of 32 and a stop from Kylian Mbappé during Morocco’s defeat to France.
His performances have already been linked with interest from Turkish side Fenerbahçe, while Juventus now appear to have entered the race as they explore options to strengthen their goalkeeping department.
Neither Al Hilal nor Bounou has publicly commented on the reports, while Juventus have also remained silent regarding the speculation.
As the summer transfer window progresses, the Moroccan international’s future is expected to remain one of the key stories involving African players in the Saudi Pro League.
