USMNT star Weston McKennie has revealed the demands that he had to meet in order to earn an extended stay at Serie A giants Juventus.

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• Questions asked of American's future
• Had to prove his worth all over again
• Earned contract extension in Italy

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The United States international has faced questions of his future in Turin since taking in a forgettable loan spell at Leeds in the Premier League during the second-half of the 2022-23 campaign. He returned to Italy that summer expecting to be moved on by the Bianconeri.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  McKennie earned favour again under Massimiliano Allegri, making 38 appearances in all competitions last season. Another managerial change has seen Thiago Motta take charge at the Allianz Stadium, with McKennie having to prove himself all over again.

• WHAT MCKENNIE SAID

  He has done just that, landing a contract extension in the process, with the 26-year-old prepared to take on any challenge that is asked of him. McKennie has told of silencing more future questions: “At the start of the season he [Motta] told me I have to work hard, play anywhere I am needed, which is fine with me. He wants that attitude and it’s only right.”

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  DID YOU KNOW?

  McKennie’s versatility is being put to good use, with a goal being scored from left-back against Monza as he helped to cover defensive absences. The hard-working midfielder added on his role: “The victory was the most important thing, as it was tough to have that many draws. The three points are good for us, for the fans, our family to help us all have a nicer Christmas. Scoring a goal or providing an assist is not the most important thing, it’s about the team getting the win.”

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