Report: Samardzic talks hit stalemate as Udinese reject two Milan counterparts | OneFootball

AC Milan are currently in talks with both Lazar Samardzic’s entourage and Udinese over a transfer this summer. However, after the progress seemed promising at the start, the negotiations have now hit a stalemate according to a report.

Paulo Fonseca has been working with his squad for a few weeks now and one of the takeaways seems to be that Ruben Loftus-Cheek should primarily play in midfield. As such, Milan have also been linked with signing a new No.10, namely Samardzic of Udinese.

However, as reported by Il Messaggero (via MilanNews), Udinese have rejected both of Milan’s counterpart options so far: first Tommaso Pobega then Yacine Adli. To get the deal over the skin, therefore, the Rossoneri would have to pay the full €25m (€20m base, €5m in bonuses).

Based on other negotiations this summer, Milan are probably reluctant to do that and it remains to be seen if the negotiations can be unlocked. Perhaps a departure of Adli or Pobega to another club would free up enough cash and space for the Rossoneri to satisfy Udinese.

In the meantime, Milan are focused on the friendly against Manchester City tonight and Loftus-Cheek is likely to occupy the No.10 role.