The number of sources claiming that AC Milan are keen on signing Assan Ouedraogo is increasing with each passing day, it seems.
Calciomercato.com are the latest to report that Ouedraogo is a serious, concrete target for Milan. Geoffrey Moncada and Antonio D’Ottavio had him followed by an scout for about 18 months and the reports have all been excellent.
The 17-year-old is already an established starter for Schalke 04 with nine appearances and one goal in the 2. Bundesliga thus far in 2023-24. Milan like the player because he has an extraordinary personality, an imposing physique and good technique.
He is good at both short passing and long balls, he moves quickly throughout the midfield and has a vision of the game that can certainly be improved but already resembles that of a senior player.
He fits Milan’s vision too, given they are a club that has always tried to secure young talents in advance, to get them before their asking price is too high and the competition is too great.
The Rossoneri began discussions with Ouedraogo’s entourage months ago, pitching the prospect of their client being considered for the first team within a couple of years and the possibility of a loan in the intermediary period.
A meeting with Schalke 04 will be scheduled only after obtaining the approval of Ouedraogo’s family, while the competition is so great that no one at Milan wants to rush more than necessary.
The biggest pitfall for Milan is represented by Bayern Munich who, along with RB Leipzig and Liverpool, have already started courting Assan Ouedraogo.
The Bavarians always have a great appeal for young German talents, while Schalke could be open to selling for €7-8m compared to the €20m release clause, so as to not run the risk of letting him go for free.
It is a choice that puts Milan on the alert, while significant news is expected in the next few days.
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