Once struggling for consistency in Turin after joining from Schalke 04 in 2020, the player has reinvented himself this season as a key figure in a refreshed Serie A side.
The American has even deputised effectively as a makeshift centre-forward for the Bianconeri, underlining his versatility and renewed confidence.
Speaking via TuttoJuve, Berhalter said reports of a new Juventus contract “do not surprise me at all,” praising McKennie’s resilience and development.
“It demonstrates the warrior’s determination to keep fighting even when things get tough. I remember Pierre Low telling him early on, during his first spell with Juventus, that ‘it's easy to play for Juventus for a season, but only great players can do it for 10 years.’” He continued.
“He's understood how you have to give 100% every day to be part of a top club. The great thing about Weston is how he's managed to overcome challenges and always rise to the occasion. This is what sets him apart, and his character helps him succeed at the highest level.”