Milan, June 28 – The transfer market for AC Milan is heating up as Sunday, June 28, brings a flurry of updates regarding player movements and contract renewals. Key developments include Luka Modric’s future, the potential acquisition of Antonio Silva, and Mattia Liberali’s impending transfer to Como.
Modric Signals Intention to Stay at Milan
Luka Modric, the Croatian midfielder, has hinted at his intention to remain with AC Milan for another season. When asked by ‘Sportitalia’ journalist Tancredi Palmieri about his future with the club, Modric responded with a thumbs-up gesture, suggesting a positive outlook on his stay. This signal, observed by Rossoneri fans, indicates that a contract renewal is a strong possibility, though Modric is expected to make a final decision after the World Cup.
Antonio Silva Transfer to Milan: Benfica’s Move Could Pave the Way
The acquisition of central defender Antonio Silva by AC Milan could be moving closer. Benfica’s president, Manuel Rui Costa, announced the imminent arrival of a new central defender, reportedly Clément Lenglet from Atletico Madrid. While ‘A Bola’ suggests Lenglet’s arrival is to replace Nicolas Otamendi, who moved to River Plate, ‘Record’ reports that AC Milan has already reached a personal agreement with Silva for a five-year contract worth 2.8 million euros per season. Negotiations between the two clubs are underway, with a potential transfer fee between 20 and 25 million euros.
Mattia Liberali Set for Como Move, Milan to Benefit
Former AC Milan youth player Mattia Liberali is reportedly close to joining Como. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Como is interested in the 2007-born attacking midfielder, who currently plays for Catanzaro. Liberali’s contract with Catanzaro includes a 6 million euro release clause, which Como is reportedly willing to activate. AC Milan holds a 50% sell-on clause from Liberali’s previous transfer, meaning the club would receive 3 million euros from this potential deal. This amount is considered modest given Liberali’s talent, which could have yielded a more significant return for Milan.
Chukwueze Eyed by Trabzonspor, Amorim to Evaluate
Samuel Chukwueze is a target for Turkish club Trabzonspor, which is reportedly preparing a loan offer with a 15 million euro option to buy. AC Milan, however, prefers a permanent transfer. A compromise could be a loan with an obligation to buy. New coach Amorim plans to evaluate Chukwueze during the pre-season training camp, believing the Nigerian’s ability to beat defenders and cut in from the left wing could be valuable in his 3-4-2-1 formation.
Amorim’s Probable Formation and Other Milan News
With the arrival of a new coach, speculation about AC Milan’s probable formation under Amorim is also a topic of discussion. The club continues to be active in the transfer market, seeking to strengthen the squad for the upcoming season.
Source: pianetamilan.it
