AC Milan scouting department is surely busy especially a few months before the opening of a transfer window. Paulo Fonseca's team needs reinforcements and that is why the club management could enter the market if there are suitable opportunities.
Milan's focus is the midfield area
Johnny Cardoso, an American international (with an Italian passport) born in 2001, was one of the standout players in Real Betis’ surprising victory over Atletico Madrid. With his vertical playmaking and high intensity, Johnny is a profile Milan has been considering for some time.
Moncada is aware that it won’t be easy to acquire him as early as January, but the good relations with his entourage (same agents who look after Emerson Royal's interests) and the player’s strong interest are definitely two allies.
Lucas Gourna-Douath, a French defensive midfielder born in 2003 currently with RB Salzburg, is another profile being followed, writes Calciomercato.com.
Milan interested in Carney Chukwuemeka as well
There’s also a possibility, although not a priority, which could become relevant if one or more non-homegrown players leave Italy. This involves Carney Chukwuemeka, the English talent reportedly set to leave Chelsea.
Born in 2003, he’s a player Moncada is particularly interested in, and he could be acquired on a loan with an option to buy.
Samuele Ricci in the summer?
Looking ahead to next season, Milan is highly intrigued by Samuele Ricci. The Torino and Italian national team starlet, who is 23 years old, is progressing game by game and is ready for the big leap.
Urbano Cairo does not intend to sell him in January, only next summer, and Milan will join the race then, according to Calcio Mercato.
