Following the successful acquisition of Niclas Fullkrug, AC Milan is actively working to secure another forward, Andrej Kostic. This move represents a future-oriented investment, as Kostic, born in 2007, would initially join Milan Futuro to acclimate and gain immediate playing time. However, an agreement with Partizan Belgrade has yet to be reached.
Partizan Rejects Initial Offer, Demands Double
Partizan Belgrade has publicly stated to Serbian media that they rejected an offer of €2.5 million for Kostic, indicating that they require at least double that figure. This information was reported this morning by La Gazzetta dello Sport, which also suggests that AC Milan is prepared to increase their bid to the Serbian club.
Non-EU Player Status Poses a Challenge
A significant hurdle in this negotiation is Kostic’s non-EU player status. This is also the case for another young talent AC Milan is tracking, Colombian left-winger Arizala. The club, located on Via Aldo Rossi, currently has two non-EU slots available. They are reportedly reluctant to fill both of these slots in the early days of the transfer window, as this would limit their options for other potential opportunities later on.
The club’s strategy appears to involve careful consideration of their non-EU player quota to maintain flexibility for future transfer targets. The pursuit of Kostic highlights Milan’s focus on nurturing young talent for long-term development.
The negotiations with Partizan Belgrade are ongoing, and it remains to be seen whether AC Milan will meet the Serbian club’s valuation for the promising young striker. The outcome of these discussions will also likely influence Milan’s approach to other potential non-EU signings in the current transfer window.
Source: MilanNews.it
