Official: Ricci joins Milan from Torino on a four-year deal with an option until 2030 | OneFootball

Samuele Ricci officially at Milan. (@acmilan.com)

Samuele Ricci has officially become a new player of Milan today.

Ricci had been on the minds of the Milan management for a long time and today (Thursday), the 23-year-old made the switch from Torino, officially putting pen to paper.

The announcement on the website of the Diavolo reads:

“Milan is delighted to announce the permanent signing of Samuele Ricci from Torino FC. The Italian midfielder has signed a contract with the Club lasting until 30 June 2029 with an option in the Club’s favour for an extension until 30 June 2030.

“Born in Pontedera on 21 August 2001, Ricci came through Empoli’s Youth Sector before making his senior debut for the Club in September 2019, going on to make 91 appearances and score three goals. In January 2022, he moved to Torino, with whom he made 113 appearances and scored four goals.

“Ricci, having progressed through the Italy youth system, made his senior international debut in June 2022 and has earned ten caps to date.

“Samuele Ricci has chosen the number 4 jersey.” He has thus become Milan’s first official summer signing. Ricci cost the Rossoneri €23m plus €2m in bonuses according to various reports.