AC Milan are looking to add at least two defenders, but departures cannot be ruled out either, and a report has suggested there could be some surprises in the mercato.
It is known that Milan would like to add a central defender and a right-back to their arsenal this summer, but these plans can change throughout the mercato for a multitude of reasons.
Firstly, it could change due to tactical choices, which we are already beginning to see with Pierre Kalulu. In recent training sessions, Paulo Fonseca has been trialling him as a right-back, and this could lessen the need for a new right-back.
However, this would then add the need for another central defender, if not two, so things like this must be considered.
Tactical changes are not the only consideration on the table, though, given the mercato is not just about buying players, and Gazzetta dello Sport (via Radio Rossonera) are suggesting that there could be some unexpected defensive departures.
Malick Thiaw is a target for Newcastle United, and Jan-Carlo Simic’s contractual situation is causing clubs to watch his situation. Additionally, Alessandro Florenzi is suspected to leave, which would create a chasm at full-back, given his ability to cover both flanks.