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Paulo Fonseca Praises Milan After Dominant 4-0 Win but Calls for Improvement

September 15, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Paulo Fonseca has praised his Milan side after they halted a three-game winless Serie A start with a 4-0 rout of newcomers Venezia. The Rossoneri delivered an emphatic performance at San Siro to post their first win under the Portuguese manager and set themselves up nicely for a busy week.

Milan CEO Giorgio Furlani stated that Rafael Leao and Theo Hernandez wouldn’t face punishment for the bad scene during the Lazio game.

Milan Player Ratings vs Venezia: Abraham & Fofana Off the Mark

September 14, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Venezia Leave a comment

Milan posted their first Serie A win under new manager Paulo Fonseca, tearing newcomers Venezia into pieces at San Siro. A one-sided affair at one of the most iconic Italian stadiums saw the Rossoneri claim an overwhelming 4-0 victory.

Milan are sorting out the future of their linchpins, and Ismael Bennacer isn’t considered untouchable, with Saudi Arabia looming as a potential destination.

Milan Suffer Major Injury Blow During International Break

September 9, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025 Leave a comment

Milan cannot catch a break at the start of the season, with more bad news emerging from the Algeria camp during the international break. According to Calciomercato, Ismael Bennacer has sustained an injury in training and will miss out on his country's African Cup of Nations qualification match against Liberia.

Yunus Musah has played little so far because he joined Milan later relative to other newcomers and due to the level of performance of their midfielders.

Exit-Linked Milan Ace Confirms He’s Going Nowhere

August 19, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market One comment

Yunus Musah's future at Milan has been in doubt since the start of the summer, but the player is eager to stay and fight for his place at San Siro. After providing a vital assist in Saturday's dramatic 2-2 draw against Torino, the United States international delivered a crucial update on his future.

Monaco are driving a very hard in the negotiation with Milan regarding Youssouf Fofana. The deal is further complicated by West Ham having offered more.

Milan to Finalize Crucial Midfield Signing by the End of This Week

August 15, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Monaco, Serie A, Transfer Market

Youssouf Fofana's epic transfer saga is nearing a close, with the wantaway Monaco star edging closer to joining Milan. According to Fabrizio Romano, the agreement between the clubs is 'very close' after the Rossoneri 'improved the structure of their bid' to get the French outfit to sanction a deal.

Paulo Fonseca was clear about whom Milan want to bolster their midfield, Youssouf Fofana, and Monaco are starting to be more open about his departure.

Milan Offered Hope to Land Their Top Target from Monaco

August 14, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Paulo Fonseca was clear about whom Milan want to bolster their midfield, Youssouf Fofana, and Monaco are starting to be more open about his departure. Recent reports suggested the Rossoneri could wait until 2025 to scoop him up for free.

Paulo Fonseca didn’t beat around the bush when quizzed about his expectations for the final stretch of the window: "We're missing just one man."

Coach Fonseca Discloses Final Transfer Plans for Milan

August 14, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Monaco, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Paulo Fonseca didn’t beat around the bush when quizzed about his expectations for the final stretch of the window: “We’re missing just one man from the market. All the others we wanted are already here with us. We have to sell somebody."

Milan have made no progress for Youssouf Fofana and have started looking around for potential alternatives, laying eyes on Nottingham Forest’s Danilo.

Milan Earmark Another Fallback as Fofana Saga Continues

August 12, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Manchester United, Monaco, Nottingham Forest, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan have made no progress in their chase of Youssouf Fofana in recent days and have started looking around for potential alternatives, laying eyes on Nottingham Forest’s Danilo. On the other hand, he’s a pricey target. There's also a bureaucratic issue.

Milan can step up their pursuit of two French midfielders, Youssouf Fofana and Adrien Rabiot, now that Les Bleus have been eliminated from Euro 2024.

Milan Prepare New Offer for Top Midfield Target

August 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Monaco, Serie A, Transfer Market

Despite facing numerous obstacles in their long-standing pursuit of Monaco ace Youssouf Fofana, Serie A runners-up Milan are unwilling to quit the race. According to today's edition of Il Giornale, as reported by MilanNews, the Italians are preparing a substantial €20 million offer for Fofana.

Manchester United are meddling in the strategies of Milan and Inter, as they have shown some interest in Fofana and are eyeing Dumfries.

Manchester United Interfere with Milan Sides’ Plans

August 7, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Manchester United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Manchester United are meddling in the strategies of Milan and Inter, as they have shown some interest in Youssouf Fofana and have Denzel Dumfries in their crosshair. They haven’t tabled an offer for the former yet, but such a threat gives Monaco leverage.

Milan want to part ways with several players but won’t give them away, especially those who would have a decent role if they stayed.

Milan Want Rich Sums for Their Outcasts, Keep Haggling

August 6, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Monaco, Roma, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Milan want to part ways with several players but won’t give them away, especially those who would have a decent role if they stayed. Ismael Bennacer and Yacine Adli are for sale but not at a discounted price. Both have suitors in Saudi Arabia.

Despite some issues and delays, Milan aren’t moving on from Emerson Royal and Youssouf Fofana. On the contrary, they have further raised their offers.

Milan Improve Their Bids for Fofana and Emerson Royal

August 2, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Ligue 1, Monaco, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Tottenham, Transfer Market, Udinese

Despite some issues and delays, Milan aren’t moving on from Emerson Royal and Youssouf Fofana. On the contrary, they have further raised their offers to try to bring them in as soon as possible, ideally by the end of next week.

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