Official: Milan sign Zachary Athekame | OneFootball

Milan have officially announced their signing of Swiss defender Zachary Athekame from BSC Young Boys.

The 20-year-old right-back joins the Rossoneri on a five-year deal, keeping him in red and black until 2030.

The former Xamax defender will wear the number 24 shirt for Milan after completing his move for a reported fee of €10 million, plus Young Boys have retained a 10% sell-on clause for any future sale.

BERN, SWITZERLAND – NOVEMBER 26: Zachary Athekame of Young Boys passes the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD5 match between BSC Young Boys and Atalanta BC at Stadion Wankdorf on November 26, 2024 in Bern, Switzerland. (Photo by Daniela Porcelli/Getty Images)

Milan sign Athekame

Athekame is a versatile right-sided player, able to play at both full back and further up in the midfield. The 20-year-old, who also has 10 appearances for the Swiss U21 national team, had a strong performance with the Bern-based club last season.

In 30 league games for Young Boys in 2024-25, he recorded two assists and played over 1700 minutes. He also played a big role in the Swiss club’s Champions League campaign, playing in all eight of their group stage games before the team were eliminated.

Prior to joining Young Boys, the Swiss defender played for Xamax and the Bejune youth system.