Theo Hernandez in talks with Atletico Madrid, but Milan accepted Al-Hilal offer | OneFootball

Milan are ready to send Theo Hernandez to Al-Hilal for €35m, but the French defender is reportedly in talks with Atletico Madrid as he’s unwilling to move to the Saudi Pro League.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Milan defender Theo Hernandez is in talks with La Liga giants Atletico Madrid.

Theo Hernandez in talks with Atletico Madrid

UDINE, ITALY – APRIL 11: Theo Hernández of AC Milan celebrates after scoring his team’s third goal during the Serie A match between Udinese and AC Milan at Stadio Friuli on April 11, 2025 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Milan have not yet received a formal proposal from the Spanish club but have already accepted a €35m offer from Simone Inzaghi’s Al-Hilal.

Theo, however, seems unwilling to move to the Saudi Pro League and has prioritised staying in Europe.

Al-Hilal agreement for Angelino

ROME, ITALY – MARCH 06: Angelino of AS Roma celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the UEFA Europa League 2024/25 Round of 16 First Leg match between AS Roma and Athletic Club at Stadio Olimpico on March 06, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Al-Hilal have been in talks with several Serie A left-backs.

Football Italia reported on Monday that the Saudi side had reached an agreement with Roma for Angelino, although they still hope to convince Theo.

Simone Inzaghi is the new coach of Al-Hilal (@AlHilal_FC)

Theo Hernandez’s contract with Milan expires in June 2026, and according to several Italian sources, the Rossoneri are unwilling to offer him a pay rise following a poor 2024-25 campaign.