Hakim Ziyech appears to be just one step away from joining AC Milan. Negotiations are ongoing with Chelsea and the agreement could arrive once the Stamford Bridge side have secured Raheem Sterling.
Paolo Maldini and Ricky Massara are working hard on the mercato and one of their priorities is Ziyech. The winger has been identified as the perfect profile for Stefano Pioli’s 4-2-3-1 formation and negotiations are advanced.
As per Mediaset (via MilanNews), these are hot hours on that front as Chelsea are about to close the signing of Raheem Sterling. Once they have done that, they will be able to let go of Ziyech and the deal will unlock.
Milan should sign the Morrocan international on loan and it could be an obligation to buy rather than an option. Previous reports have suggested that the transfer fee will be between €25m and €30m, which is a significant investment for the Rossoneri.
for milan it makes no sense to be a purchase obligation
I agree, 25m – 30m for a player that will be 30 at the time and he might be a hit or a miss.
This doesn’t sound like the classic M&M and Elliot deal to me
Yes, especially as they missed the “growth decree” deadline. They can loan him and decide later since nothing will be saved on his gross salary anyway.
Agreed.
It would only be an obligation if conditions are met. Similar to that of Bakayoko.