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·11 août 2025
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AC Milan's transfer manoeuvres suggest a dynamic summer as they refine their squad amid pre-season challenges.
Malick Thiaw's imminent departure to Newcastle marks a significant moment for AC Milan. The move is set at around €40m, a commendation of Thiaw's development since joining the Rossoneri. The 24-year-old centre-back is eager to embrace the Premier League's rigours, a scenario Milan fans view with a mix of pride and reluctance. As Thiaw departs, Milan hastily secured Koni De Winter from Genoa for €20m, a crucial acquisition with the season's competitive fixtures on the horizon.
Meanwhile, the pursuit of Rasmus Hojlund continues to face challenges. While there is a draft agreement with Manchester United for a loan move with an option to buy, the Danish forward remains non-committal about his willingness to leave Old Trafford. Milan are keen to bolster their attacking options beyond Santiago Gimenez, particularly to navigate the Serie A and Coppa Italia fixtures effectively.
The recent thrashing by Chelsea exposed vulnerabilities, particularly with squad depth. With a taxing set of fixtures just around the corner, Massimiliano Allegri's management of player fitness and tactical rotations will be vital to avoiding early-season setbacks. Absences against Chelsea such as Álex Jiménez, Warren Bondo, and Christian Pulisic reminded fans of the pressing need for a fit and flexible squad capable of shuffling roles as per strategic demands.
Yunus Musah remains central to ongoing transfer speculations, with Napoli and Nottingham Forest tenaciously competing for his signature. Reports indicate Napoli have made an offer, although Musah's leanings towards Premier League football make a Premier League transition possible. Musah's adaptation last season was inconsistent, often lacking end product; hence, Allegri could countenance his departure for the right offer, especially amid rumours of dreams of sustained Serie A and Coppa Italia success.
On the tactical front, the Rossoneri's defensive adjustments with De Winter imply a return to Allegri's known appreciation of adaptable defenders. The Belgian's ability to cover multiple positions could be instrumental as Milan confronts formidable opposition such as Bologna and Lazio.
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