AC Milan plans to invest around €70 million during the upcoming January transfer window to strengthen its squad, as reported by The Sports Gazette.
Club owner Gerry Cardinale confirmed the upcoming financial backing in an interview, explaining that the holding company Mse aims to provide the club with the necessary financial power to compete globally with top Premier League clubs.
The primary focus for the Rossoneri remains bolstering the attacking department because current forwards lack sufficient goal production, according to The Sports Gazette.
The club also plans to add a defensive reinforcement. Chief executive Gerry Cardinale spent over €150 million plus bonuses during the summer transfer window, and a similar willingness to spend exists for the winter market if the right player becomes available to elevate the team.
Targeting Nicolò Tresoldi Amid High Valuation
Nicolò Tresoldi tops Milan's shortlist, but securing the Italian-German forward from Club Brugge will cost a large amount of money. Tuttosport reported that the Belgian club demands a fee of at least €60 million to €70 million, using a high valuation to deter buyers until the summer window. CALCIOMERCATO said that top European clubs including Arsenal, Atlético Madrid, and Barcelona also monitor the player.
Club Brugge holds a reputation for tough negotiations and previously rejected a €40 million bid from Roma for the striker during the summer, according to Tuttosport. Despite the demanding price tag, Tresoldi remains interested in a move to San Siro because he has supported Milan since childhood, as detailed by Corriere dello Sport.
Milan plans a creative deal for Endrick
Real Madrid forward Endrick represents another major objective for Milan, with the club exploring a creative deal structure. The Sports Gazette reported that Milan plans to propose a permanent transfer with a buy-back option similar to the recent Nico Paz deal with Como, setting a potential purchase price at €60 million alongside an €80 million counter-option for Real Madrid.
Former Milan star Ricardo Kaká, who shares a connection with management, recently dined with Cardinale and could assist in convincing the young Brazilian forward, according to The Sports Gazette.
Why AC Milan targets new forwards and Tresoldi's price
Why is AC Milan targeting a new forward in January?
AC Milan needs to reinforce its attacking line because current forwards lack consistent goal production, and young striker Francesco Camarda is expected to leave on loan, according to Sportmediaset.
How much does Club Brugge want for Nicolò Tresoldi?
Club Brugge values Nicolò Tresoldi between €60 million and €70 million and prefers to keep him until the summer transfer window, as reported by CALCIOMERCATO.
What transfer structure is Milan proposing for Endrick?
Milan is preparing to offer a permanent transfer with a buyout clause around €60 million while granting Real Madrid an €80 million recompra option, as detailed by The Sports Gazette.
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