AC Milan is on the verge of finalizing significant deals with Youssouf Fofana from AS Monaco and Alvaro Morata from Atletico Madrid. These transfers aim to bolster the squad’s defensive midfield and attacking options, positioning AC Milan as strong contenders for the upcoming season.
- AC Milan is close to signing Youssouf Fofana from AS Monaco for €22 million plus €2 million in bonuses.
- Alvaro Morata is expected to join AC Milan post-European Championship.
- These strategic moves are intended to strengthen AC Milan’s midfield and attack.
Youssouf Fofana to Bolster AC Milan’s Midfield
Youssouf Fofana, currently at AS Monaco, is close to joining AC Milan. The transfer deal is reportedly in its final stages, with an agreed fee of around €22 million plus €2 million in bonuses. Fofana has already agreed to personal terms with AC Milan and is eager to join the Rossoneri, giving them an upper hand in negotiations.
#Calciomercato | @acmilan, accordo con #Fofana a un passo, poi si tratterà col #Monaco. Per #Morata si aspetta la fine degli Europei
pic.twitter.com— AC Milan (@acmilan)
October 02, 2023
Fofana, a 25-year-old defensive midfielder, played 35 games for AS Monaco in the 2023/2024 season, showcasing his defensive prowess and tackling abilities. His addition is seen as a strategic move to strengthen AC Milan’s midfield and improve their defensive record, especially after conceding 49 goals in Serie A last season.
Previous Transfers
From Strasbourg to AS Monaco: Fofana joined AS Monaco in January 2020 for €15 million.
Relevant Context
AC Milan is keen to finalize the transfer quickly following France’s exit from the European Championship.
For more details, check out:
- Sempre Milan
- Get Football News France
Alvaro Morata Close to Joining AC Milan
AC Milan is also nearing an agreement to sign Alvaro Morata from Atletico Madrid. The club is waiting for the conclusion of the European Championship to finalize the deal. Morata is expected to be the starting No.9 for AC Milan next season.
Morata, a 31-year-old striker, played 32 games for Atletico Madrid in the 2023/2024 season, scoring 12 goals and providing 5 assists. Known for his goal-scoring ability and experience in major tournaments, Morata has been a regular for the Spanish national team.
Previous Transfers
From Real Madrid to Chelsea: Morata moved to Chelsea in 2017 for a then club-record fee of around £60 million.
From Chelsea to Atletico Madrid: Initially joined Atletico on loan in January 2019, with a permanent move in July 2020 for €35 million.
Relevant Context
Morata’s experience and goal-scoring prowess are expected to significantly enhance AC Milan’s attacking options, aligning with the club’s broader strategy to strengthen the squad for higher-level competition in Serie A and European tournaments.
For more details, check out:
- Sempre Milan
- Transfermarkt
Related Transfers in Serie A
Other notable transfer activities in Serie A include:
- Juventus:
- Preparing for a major overhaul in their goalkeeping department, with Wojciech Szczesny’s tenure considered over. They are set to sign Michele Di Gregorio from Monza.
- Eyeing a versatile Dutch midfielder to strengthen their squad.
- More on Juventus’ Goalkeeping Overhaul
- Details on Juventus’ Midfield Target
- AS Roma:
- Closing in on a significant transfer from Rennes as part of their strategy to enhance their squad.
- AS Roma’s Transfer Move
AC Milan’s strategic moves in the transfer market, with the near-completion of Youssouf Fofana’s transfer from AS Monaco and the anticipated signing of Alvaro Morata from Atletico Madrid, underscore the club’s ambitions. These additions aim to address key areas of the squad, particularly in defensive midfield and attack, positioning AC Milan as strong contenders in the upcoming season.
