The final week of the transfer window is underway, and Milan could still be a major player after already making seven signings in total. Yesterday brought several developments, both incoming and outgoing, for the Rossoneri, fueling talk of possible new arrivals and, at the same time, new departures. Between the search for a new striker, another change in midfield, and the potential exit of a wide player, the last few days of negotiations at Casa Milan could prove to be very intense.
Harder on his way
Today, Corriere dello Sport breaks down the situation case by case. It starts, inevitably, with the center-forward now heading into town. In the coming hours, Danish striker Conrad Harder, born in 2005, is expected to arrive. Milan will pay €24 million plus €3 million in bonuses to snatch him away from Sporting Lisbon, who had signed him just a year ago for around €19 million. The move is already sparking plenty of debate, over its timing, the player’s profile, and the size of the investment. Yesterday, after a morning summit at headquarters between management and Allegri, sporting director Tare gave the final push to close the deal with the Portuguese club, but above all, he worked closely with the player’s agent. Harder had previously given his word to Rennes, who were also in the running. For him, a five-year contract and the challenge of earning his place in the squad. Before sealing the deal, the Rossoneri had made one last attempt for Højlund, which was swiftly rejected.
Giovanni Fabbian in, Yunus Musah out?
Another storyline that gathered momentum yesterday concerns Giovanni Fabbian, Bologna’s midfielder, whom Milan are targeting to raise the quality of their options in the mezzala role. It would not be a fresh addition “on top of everything else,” though, the move would only take shape if Yunus Musah were to be sold. Atalanta are pressing hard for the American midfielder as they prepare to sell Brescianini to Napoli. For now, their offer stands at €25 million plus bonuses, which may still fall short of Milan’s €30 million asking price. Also potentially on the way out, somewhat surprisingly, is Alex Jimenez. The Spanish 2005-born defender is struggling with tactical uncertainty, and even under Allegri there hasn’t been much chemistry. Moreover, Cesc Fàbregas has reached out to him for Como, already home to a strong Spanish contingent. Milan are considering a loan with an option to buy, and the operation is not seen as overly complicated, Real Madrid are also involved in the background.
Finally, keep an eye on Samuel Chukwueze in these last days of the market: Fulham have shown genuine interest, though at present he remains Milan’s only offensive alternative available on the bench.
