As the 2025 summer transfer window progresses, Milan’s activity so far has been a mixture of early moves, calculated outgoings, and patience. With fans eager to see new arrivals and the club looking to retool, Milan’s approach appears both pragmatic and opportunistic. While there’s been a bit of good business completed so far, other moves are expected to happen in the coming weeks, requiring a degree of patience.
Ricci signing leads the way
The most significant piece of business so far is the signing of Italian midfielder Samuele Ricci from Torino. Arriving for a fee of €23 million plus add-ons, Ricci’s signing is a statement of intent following the departure of Tijjani Reijnders. Ricci brings a strong passing range, intelligence in possession and Serie A experience.
In addition to Ricci, Milan have also welcomed back several players returning from loan spells. Among them are Ismael Bennacer, Alexis Saelemaekers, Lorenzo Colombo, and Noah Ofakor.
Key departures shape the squad
The most notable departure from the squad is Tijjani Reijnders, who was sold to Manchester City for an initial €55 million, potentially rising to €70 million. The Dutch midfielder impressed with his technical ability, but the offer was too good to turn down.
Pierre Kalulu, who spent last season on loan at Juventus, has also left the club. He’s signed permanently for Juve in a move worth around €15 million. The defender had fallen down the pecking order at the San Siro, and his sale provides funds to reinvest.
Other players who have exited the club include Marco Pellegrino, who has signed for Boca Juniors in a €4 million move, while experienced names such as Davide Calabria, Alessandro Florenzi, and Luka Jovic have left as free agents.
Loanees Tammy Abraham, Kyle Walker, and João Felix have all headed back to their parent clubs, (with the Englishman then leaving again immediately to Besiktas) leaving Milan with more gaps to fill.
Transfer targets and rumours:
While the initial wave of business has slowed, there’s still plenty happening behind the scenes. Milan are reportedly interested in signing Marc Pubill, a 22-year-old right-back from UD Almeria. He’s currently valued at the €15-20 million mark.
Another rumour suggests that Fiorentina striker Moise Kean is a player Milan are running the rule over. The 25-year-old who scored 19 goals in Serie A last season is a proven goalscorer at the highest level.
Why patience is key:
As is often the case in the summer window, not all deals happen early. Many clubs, Milan included, wait for the right moment to strike. With just under two months until the deadline, there’s still ample time for Milan to strengthen.
In the meantime, fans eager for news and updates may find the slow pace slightly frustrating. But instead of endlessly refreshing news feeds, some may pass the time by visiting online casinos that most online bookmakers offer, while they wait for things to get serious.
Looking ahead
Milan’s transfer window is far from over. The signing of Ricci and the departure of Reijnders have set the tone, but there are funds available for more signings and space in the squad to accommodate new arrivals. Further activity is expected in defence and up front, so fans have a lot to look forward to in the coming weeks.
