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Salernitana Coach Sousa Names Milan Ace as the Next Zidane

September 28, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Transfer Market

Salernitana coach Paulo Sousa has termed Milan midfielder Yacine Adli on the same page as French icon Zinedine Zidane. According to the Portuguese manager, Adli is the new Zidane for his technical qualities, but stressed on the importance for him to find continuous game time.

Yacine Adli Set to Depart Milan Due to Lack of Game Time

November 29, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan youngster Yacine Adli’s return to club after his loan spell at boyhood club Girondins de Bordeaux has not gone down as planned. Adli has been used just four times this season in Serie A, garnering just 114 minutes of game time in total.

While they search for a midfielder, Milan met again with the entourage of Sandro Tonali to discuss his new contact. His current one expires in 2026.

Milan Advance Tonali Talks, Face Issue for New Midfielder

August 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bordeaux, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Torino, Transfer Market

While they search for a midfielder, Milan met again with the entourage of Sandro Tonali to discuss his new contact. His current one expires in 2026. The club would like to tack on another year on top of giving him a pay bump. Instead, their chase of Jean Onana has hit a small snag.

Milan accelerated their chase of a midfielder, and Jean Onana is the frontrunner over Aster Vranckx after Midtjylland rebuffed their advances for Onyedika.

Milan Making Headway in Pursuit of Bordeaux Starlet

August 23, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bordeaux, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market, Wolfsburg

Milan have finally accelerated their chase of a midfielder, and Jean Onana is currently the frontrunner over Aster Vranckx after Midtjylland rebuffed their advances for Raphael Onyedika. They are tight with Bordeaux, which need to sell due to financial problems. His agents will be in France today to try sealing the deal.

Milan officially missed out on Renato Sanches and Carney Chukwuemenka in the last couple of days and have cast a wide net to find another option in the midfield.

Milan Vying for Two Midfield Talents After Onyedika Deal Collapsed

August 21, 2022 Marko Vrakela Serie A

After Midtjylland knocked back their second bid for highly-rated youngster Raphael Onyedika, Milan have turned their attention to other targets. As reported by Gianluca Di Marzio, the reigning Italian champions have shortlisted two talented midfielders in their pursuit of Franck Kessie's replacement.

Both Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara have accepted the latest renewal offers by Milan after a hectic day at the headquarters.

Milan Assessing Several Midfield Prospects to Replace Kessie

August 6, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Franck Kessie's departure for Barcelona on a free transfer has put pressure on Milan to land a new midfielder over the summer. Despite the club's relentless effort to replace the Ivorian, they have so far failed to find a replacement.

Milan Add Quartet to Shortlist to Address Midfield Hole

August 5, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan officially missed out on Renato Sanches and Carney Chukwuemenka in the last couple of days and have cast a wide net to find another option in the midfield. Despite that, they currently have six options for two spots in those roles.

Yacine Adli had his introductory presser for Milan Monday and commented on his impact with his new club and his role, among multiple topics.

Milan Newcomer Adli Reveals Baggio-Related Tip from Weah

July 12, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Yacine Adli had his introductory presser Monday and commented on his impact with his new club and his role: “I fit in well. I found a family that works hard and together. The coach is testing me in different positions, and I am ready to adapt."

Kessie Situation Brings Two Alternatives Into the Milan Spotlight

February 25, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Serie A

Milan central midfielder Franck Kessie’s situation at the club grows uncertain with each passing day, as the two parties continue their contractual war with no set date to resolve issues.

On top of a defender, Milan will also need some help in the midfield in January due to Kessié and Bennacer's absences and Bakayoko's struggles.

Milan Want Bordeaux Starlet to Address Midfield Issues

December 17, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

On top of a defender, Milan will also need some help in the midfield in January. Ismael Bennacer and Franck Kessié will participate to the African Cup of Nations, while Tiemoué Bakayoko has struggled so far. The Rossoneri would like to anticipate the arrival of Yacine Adli.

Milan Reignite Talks with Bordeaux to Sign Young Talent

August 25, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan continue to be one of the busiest sides in Serie A. Even though they are operating on multiple tables, they have not lost track of Yacine Adli. They would like to buy him regardless of other possible additions in the midfield. The young Frenchman can feature either as a pivot or as no.10.

OFFICIAL: Lazio Acquire Midfielder Toma Basic from Bordeaux

August 25, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Lazio have finally completed their lengthy pursuit of Toma Basic. The midfielder arrived in town yesterday and took the medicals and signed the paperwork earlier today. The Biancocelesti had started targeting him in late June, but it took them two months to seal the deal for a variety of reasons.

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