News

AC Milan open talks with camp of out-of-favour Chelsea star

AC Milan open talks with camp of out-of-favour Chelsea star


Serie A champions AC Milan have taken the first steps towards luring an out-of-favour member of Premier League giants Chelsea’s frontline to the club ahead of next season, according to reports.

The Blues star in the sights of the Rossoneri? Hakim Ziyech.

As per a report from Italian transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio, since relaid by compatriot Fabrizio Romano, Ziyech has been made available for transfer this summer.

Milan, in dire need of reinforcements on the right flank ahead of the defence of their Scudetto title, are therefore understood to have set their sights firmly on the signature of the Moroccan international.

Talks have been kicked into gear between the transfer team at the San Siro and Ziyech’s representatives, with the player himself ‘open’ to the move.

AC Milan open talks with camp of out-of-favour Chelsea star

LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 23: Hakim Ziyech celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge on January 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Further negotiations are expected to follow over the days ahead, with a view to striking a deal well in advance of the new season getting underway.

Botman set for Newcastle

Whilst one key target appears to be inching towards the red half of Milan, though, at the other end of the pitch, Stefano Pioli’s men look set to miss out.

As per a whole host of reports late on Friday evening, LOSC Lille defender Sven Botman, a long-time target on the part of the Diavolo, is all set to take his talents to the Premier League, having agreed to link up with Eddie Howe’s money-laden Newcastle United.


Arsenal, Tottenham & Chelsea: The latest on Raphinha’s future

As Chelsea make first contact for Matthijs de Ligt, Juventus’ hefty demands revealed

 


Daraja Kapoor

About Author

You may also like

Confusion over Gyan ban
Ghana Leagues Ghana Premier League News

Confusion over Gyan ban

Gyan  Ban was sent off in Ghana’s final group game of the 2006 World Cup, and as Nations Cup hosts,
News

Uefa to strip Russia of Champions League final amid Ukraine conflict

It has been reported that Russia is about to be stripped of this season’s Champions League Ultimate after president Vladimir
WP Radio
WP Radio
OFFLINE LIVE