AC Milan are firmly in the driving seat in the race to land Sven Botman but they must now formulate the right offer to Lille, a report claims.
Calciomercato.com confirms recent reports by stating that Botman is the man identified by Maldini and Massara as the perfect reinforcement for the defence and is a profile that puts everyone in agreement, from the technical area to the scouting department and to the ownership.
Lille want €30m to sell the 21-year-old – a figure considered excessive by the Rossoneri – but it is negotiable and the parties are working to find a meeting point, considering the excellent relations between the clubs and the need for the Ligue 1 champions to raise some more cash. Milan want a loan with option to buy that would become an obligation upon the achievement of certain conditions set at less than €30m.
The report also cites The Times in claiming Botman said no to an offer from Newcastle who were willing to give him a big pay rise from his current €1.2m net per season. The Dutchman does not want to fight relegation and wants an ambitious club that aims to win, like Milan, who will meet Lille in the coming days to try and find an agreement.
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Great news hope its true
Hopefully Botman will come this month from Lille and Chelsea also give a green light for Ziyech to join Milan to play in right wing or behind striker. Such that, next summer Milan only focus on Sanches and a striker.
“The Dutchman does not want to fight relegation….” This made me laugh. At least the guy isn’t looking for money – like you know who – but for an ambitious project.
What is the actual figure lille wants…it started at 30 then they set a price of 60 now its back at 30…
60 was for Newcastle