As the Serie A season advances and the stakes get higher for the Rossoneri, it is clear that they cannot afford to make any errors anymore.
A test looms on Saturday against AC Monza and the squad of head coach Stefano Pioli must demonstrate their ability to maintain their recent run of form. Failure to secure a spot in the most coveted European competition next season would not only disrupt long-term planning but could trigger a series of setbacks for the American-backed project. Though the upcoming Tottenham clash stirs the imagination, the road ahead is long and it's crucial for the Milan team to keep their feet on the ground.
In fact, AC Milan directors Paolo Maldini and Frederic Massara are keen on having a tranquil transfer summer window unlike the turbulence of the previous year when ownership changes and renewals stalled some negotiations. Anticipating future scenarios and acting well in advance is key to success, and AC Milan have a clear plan in mind. It is worthy to note that crazy expenses are off the table, writes Calciomercato.it. But, the allocated budget which could be around 50 million euros, could be amplified thanks to some sales and progress in this Champions League campaign.
The time has come to boost the Rossoneri's frontline with some fresh talented profiles, as the current options are not yielding the desired results. As pointed out by the source, 36-year-old French striker Olivier Giroud, despite being one step away from renewing his contract, is not invincible. AC Milan will have to sign a quality reinforcement: a decisive striker for 40 to 50 million euros, and the idea of acquiring Hojlund, a promising young striker from Atalanta, has caught the eye of the Rossoneri management. However, with fierce competition from several Premier League outfits, time is of the essence.
Other options include scouting the French market for Folarin Balogun (21-year-old English striker playing at Reims in Ligue 1 while on loan from Arsenal), Jonathan David (23-year-old Canadian forward of Lille), or Elye Wahi (20-year-old French central forward of Montpellier) whose profiles have been noted. To conquer the Champions League, AC Milan must find their ideal number nine, and the clock is ticking.
