AC Milan could sell Ismael Bennacer this summer and use the proceeds to bring in a more defensive-minded replacement, according to a report.
This morning’s edition of Corriere dello Sport (via MilanNews) has a segment with the following headline: ‘The Diavolo’s idea: Fofana for Bennacer’. Milan are looking for a defensive midfielder and a profile that is very popular among the management is Youssouf Fofana.
The 25-year-old has become a pillar of a Monaco side that secured a Champions League spot with a second-placed finish this season and he is also a started for the French national team. He would cost around €25m, given he has just a year left on his deal.
The paper goes on to state that the signing of Fofana could be financed by the sale of Ismael Bennacer, who continues to be the subject of speculation regarding a possible exit after half a decade at Milan.
In addition to Fofana, one of Milan’s targets for the midfield is also Renato Veiga of Basel. The Portuguese midfielder is about to turn 21, the Rossoneri have had an eye on him for some time and have observed him with great attention throughout this season.
He is an alternative to keep in mind during the upcoming mercato, especially given the almost certain arrival of his compatriot Paulo Fonseca.