Milan, top of Serie A, stands at a crossroads. Go all in on the league and try to win the title, or do the minimum to reach the Champions League. The supporters dream of the scudetto, but the club does not want to spend much in the winter window, because it believes the squad has depth and is complete. The facts say something else. Milan is the team that makes the fewest substitutions in the league, and the injury list is not the only issue. De Winter, Jashari, Odogu, Estupiñan and Athekame have not made an impact for different reasons, and Allegri has not used them as he wanted. In public, Max has defended the club’s work in the summer, but the truth is that he was not satisfied.
According to transfer experts, the budget is smaller than supporters expect. Tare and Furlani need to find solutions for the coach. Three names stand out, two defenders and a forward. Thiago Silva keeps sending signals to Milan. His exit in 2012 caused pain for many, including him, and a return on a six-month deal would move the whole fanbase.
Then there is the idea of Sergio Ramos. The former Real Madrid defender, backed by his former teammate Modric, has never hidden his affection for Milan. Paolo Maldini was his idol, and wearing the shirt would crown his career, the same way the current number 14 is producing high quality football at 40. There is a negative side. Their level is close to legendary, but the risk of a “Mandzukic 2” repeat, like in 2021, is high. The Croatian arrived in winter and gave almost nothing in appearances and goals. The choice needs careful evaluation, as relayed via Milan Press.
For a low-cost centre-back, there is Jay Idzes from Sassuolo, already targeted in early summer when he still played for Venezia. This season he has played 12 matches with steady performances. His profile fits what Allegri wants, physical strength, temperament and strong defensive focus. He is similar to Gabbia, who is not indestructible and will need rest. Idzes costs around 15 million and would welcome a move to San Siro.
The last name concerns the attack, Mateta from Crystal Palace. He has never hidden his desire for a new experience, and Milan fits his plans. Technical quality, strength and goals, key elements to push Allegri’s team toward big targets. With him, 9 goals in 22 matches this season, Milan could aim high, even the title. He is a French striker with the goal of reaching the next World Cup. Milan had already contacted him in the summer, but the Gimenez situation stopped further investment. This might be the right moment. Allegri watches closely and hopes for a gift from the club.
