Within 24 hours, Milan risks seeing 35 million euros go up in smoke—funds that would have been important to reinvest in the transfer market. At the heart of the matter is Como, which, through no fault of its own, also risks ending up empty-handed. The situations involving Malick Thiaw and Alvaro Morata threaten to slow down Milan's incoming transfer activity. On one hand, the Rossoneri are sorting out the midfield with the arrivals of Ricci and Modric, but on the other, they still need to address the flanks and the attack.
Thiaw – Waiting for new offers from abroad
In the case of Malick Thiaw, as days have passed, it has become increasingly clear that the German defender would reject a move to Como. His priority is to stay in the German national team setup during the lead-up to the World Cup year, which leads to some inevitable considerations: if he’s not staying at a prestigious club like Milan, then his next destination must at least be one that offers visibility and European competition. In this regard, his name is on Bayer Leverkusen’s list, as they’ve shown interest in him, partly due to UEFA squad list requirements. The latest inquiry has come from England, with Crystal Palace—fresh off their FA Cup success—asking about him. The market is there for Thiaw in terms of both quality and age, but having immediate liquidity to reinvest in the transfer market is another matter entirely.
Morata–Como deal, Galatasaray stands in the way. Diplomacy will be needed
Alvaro Morata’s situation is different and still not fully resolved. Galatasaray is digging in, relying on agreements made in January which stipulate that the Spanish striker must stay until January 20, 2026. The Turkish club also has the option to extend the loan for free until June 30, 2026. There is a clause allowing them to buy him outright: 8 million euros if done in January, or 9 million at the end of the season. All signs suggest Galatasaray won’t activate the buyout clause, especially given the player’s desire to leave. However, they still don’t intend to let him go.
Como had reached an agreement with Milan to buy the player outright for 10 million euros—a deal that would have satisfied everyone: Fabregas, who would reunite with his former national teammate to lead the attack; Morata, who could return to Italy as the star of an ambitious project; and Milan, who would pocket the money and reinvest. As things currently stand, however, Milan risks having Morata back on the books in 12 months, with the possibility that his market value won’t hold up. That’s why a diplomatic solution with Galatasaray is being sought, keeping the door slightly open.
Source: Milannews.it
