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Zalewski Ultimately Turns Down Offer from Galatasaray

September 13, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Galatasaray haven’t managed to obtain the go-ahead from every party to sign Nicola Zalewski from Roma. Their representatives have left Italy to head to Germany, putting an end to the negotiation. There’s still a few hours to go in the transfer window.

Milan didn’t find a landing spot for Divock Origi and Fodé Ballo-Touré in Saudi Arabia, Portugal, or the Netherlands, where the window ended later.

Milan Hopes of Offloading Two Surplus Players Fading

September 5, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan didn’t find a landing spot for Divock Origi and Fodé Ballo-Touré in Saudi Arabia, Portugal, or the Netherlands, where the window closed a few days later compared to the top five leagues. Turkey, Greece, or some exotic championships are the only remaining options.

More teams have come forward to try to acquire Fode Ballo-Touré, but Milan haven’t decided whether they want to let go of him just yet.

Milan Outcast Keen to Return to France with Saint-Etienne

August 16, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan could be on the verge of offloading another out-of-favor first-team player, with Fode Ballo-Toure reportedly open to joining Saint-Etienne. According to Calciomercato, the 27-year-old is enthusiastic about returning to his homeland after turning down several proposals this summer.

Milan are attempting to offload a few outcasts in addition to being busy arranging new additions. Alexis Saelemaekers could be the most profitable piece.

Milan Engaged in Talks to Get Rid of Multiple Misfits

July 17, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Italian Football, La Liga, Leicester, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan are attempting to offload a few outcasts in addition to being busy arranging new signings. Alexis Saelemaekers could be the most profitable piece following a solid loan spell at Bologna. Leicester City tabled a bid to bring him in.

Milan are waiting for Atalanta’s decision on Charles De Ketelaere, as La Dea opened talks to obtain a discount. All the other players are returning.

Most Milan Loanees Heading Back After Subpar Spells

June 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan are waiting for Atalanta’s decision on Charles De Ketelaere, as La Dea opened talks to obtain a discount, while all the other players who left temporarily last summer will report back, including Alexis Saelemaekers despite his solid season at Bologna.

Milan offloaded Divock Origi and Fode Ballo-Touré at the last minute last summer sending them to the Premier League but will have to arrange new transfers.

Milan Will Have to Find New Homes for Struggling Loanees

March 22, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Monza, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan offloaded Divock Origi and Fode Ballo-Touré at the last minute in the summer window, sending them to the Premier League, but they’ll have to arrange new transfers in the coming months since they have very slim chances of getting bought out.

Juan Miranda has long been expected to join Milan in a Bosman move, but things might have changed in recent weeks due to a few new developments.

Milan Tracked Real Betis Fullback Late in the Window

September 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan attempted to bring in a new left-back, Juan Miranda, as they anticipated offloading Fodé Ballo-Touré. The Spaniard would have been part of a trade with Alexis Saelemaekers, whom Real Betis coveted. However, the parties didn’t reach an agreement. The out-of-favor defender joined Fulham on loan very late.

Milan have been looking for a buyer for Divock Origi all summer, but his departure isn't imminent despite the short time left in the window.

Milan Might Have to Make Tough Decisions on the Fringes

August 25, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Frosinone, Italian Football, La Liga, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan have been looking for a buyer for Divock Origi all summer, but his departure isn't imminent despite the short time left in the window. The striker faces the risk of being excluded from the Serie A and UEFA lists should he stay put, thus spending six months on the stands.

Alexis Saelemaekers is headed to Bologna, which successfully saw out the negotiation, and Milan wish to part ways with Divock Origi too by Friday.

Betis Come Back into the Picture for Milan Castaway

August 23, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan axed three players from their squad list for the opener, Alexis Saelemaekers, Fode Ballo-Touré, and Divock Origi. They are no longer part of the technical plans. The Belgian winger is in talks with Betis. The Spanish side reportedly struck a deal on personal terms.

Milan Talks for Talented Defender Hit Standstill

August 6, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan will reportedly have to present a new proposal to sign up-and-coming left-back Riccardo Calafiori from Basel. According to Sky Italia's last update, the parties remain locked in talks for the Italian's return to Serie A. But negotiations have reached an impasse.

Lazio have come to terms with Juventus to bring back Luca Pellegrini, who headed back to Turin after spending six months in the Italian capital.

Milan Currently Contemplating Three More Acquisitions

July 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Nice, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan will welcome Yunus Musah officially in the next few days. Afterward, they intend to finish off their busy summer with three more purchases to round out the squad. They’ll replace Fode Ballo-Touré with an Italian fullback and could onboard a new center-back and another striker.

Milan are on the prowl for a new left-back option, but they might ultimately lean on their in-house resources if they don’t find a fully convincing one.

Milan Eye More Left-Back Targets but Might Stand Pat

July 26, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Nice, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Milan are on the prowl for a new left-back option, but they might ultimately lean on their in-house resources if they don’t find a fully convincing one. They will take things up a notch once Fode Ballo-Touré departs. Fulham, Nice, and Bologna are battling to capture him.

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