AC Milan, in this transfer window, will need to work hard to compensate for two significant departures. The first is in the attack, with Giroud moving to the MLS. The other is in defence, where Simon Kjaer has left the Rossoneri.
To fill the second gap, the Rossoneri would need a defender who can bring international experience and leadership. There's one name that could be very good for the team: Mats Hummels, who is out of contract with Borussia Dortmund and, according to 'BILD', might consider Milan.
Hummels, at 35 years old, has played at the highest levels. It's true that a profile like his does not align with Milan's recent strategies. Mats, as mentioned, is an older player who might offer perhaps a couple of seasons at top performance. In recent seasons, Milan has consistently focused on young players, aiming to develop their talent and increase their market value. It's also true that Milan has often avoided out-of-contract players due to two issues: salary demands and high commission fees. But for a player like Hummels, it might be worth making an exception.
This season, Hummels has shown with Borussia Dortmund that he is a defender capable of transforming an entire defensive unit. His extraordinary performances against players like Mbappé and Vinicius are still fresh in mind. Milan could use a player like him who could support all the defenders already in the squad. But how much does Hummels earn at Borussia Dortmund? According to Calcio e Finanza, the German defender earns 3.7 million euros net. This figure could perfectly fit within Milan's budget.
Source: Pianeta Milan
