Theo Hernandez is undoubtedly going through the worst period of his career since joining the Italian league and wearing the Milan shirt. As captain, in the defeat in Bergamo against Atalanta, the French full-back delivered yet another performance well below his usual standards.
This has been a recurring issue since the start of the season, and apart from a few sporadic moments (he has two goals and two assists to his name), it has begun to raise questions about the future of the 1997-born player with the Rossoneri.
Despite his on-field performances falling short of expectations, Theo Hernandez remains highly regarded across Europe for his unique interpretation of the left-back role and the scarcity of high-level left-sided players among major clubs.
Manchester United is one of the teams considering strengthening this area of the field for next season, particularly given Luke Shaw's struggles with injuries and inconsistency. Another potential option is a return to Real Madrid. With difficulties emerging in their pursuit of Alphonso Davies (who seems closer to renewing with Bayern Munich), the Spanish giants could shift their focus to the French international.
What is the latest on Theo's contract renewal with AC Milan?
As things stand, the Frenchman's contract with the Rossoneri naturally expires in June 2026, but negotiations to extend it and revise his current salary of 4.5 million euros plus bonuses are not progressing well. His agent, Manuel García Quilón, has repeatedly emphasized the lack of communication with the Rossoneri management in recent months. Nevertheless, at Casa Milan, the idea of expediting discussions to reach an agreement—and thereby enhance the club’s bargaining position in case of a transfer negotiation—remains on the table.
Last summer, Theo Hernandez was the subject of numerous transfer rumors. While the Rossoneri never seriously entertained the idea of selling him, they had set his valuation at approximately 80 million euros. However, this price has dropped significantly in recent months due to the player’s poor performances. According to calciomercato.com, despite his current standing, Milan is not willing to sell one of its assets at a discount. Theo Hernandez will not be sold for less than 50 million euros.
Source: Calciomercato.com
