In recent years, AC Milan have had a heavy interest in the French market, and it seems this relationship will extend.
Youssouf Fofana was only the latest addition to the Milan squad from France, and several of the most important Rossoneri players made the short move. Mike Maignan, Rafael Leao, Fofana, and of course, Paulo Fonseca.
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Among those, there is a key theme. Moving from Lille to the Diavolo – with the exception of the Monegasque midfielder – and this trend may continue in the near future. This morning, Calciomercato.com suggested that Milan are infatuated with Ayyoub Bouaddi – the rising talent from Lille.
The 17-year-old is central to the Lille project and he is already being compared to Adrien Rabiot due to his stature, combined with ‘first-class technique’, and the report even labels him as ‘one of the best prospects in the world’. Geoffrey Moncada has already been following the youngster for a while, and Giorgio Furlani’s relations with the club are fantastic.
A move away from France could cost around €18 million – which is, admittedly, expected to rise with impressive performances both domestically and in Europe – but the Rossoneri will not be uncontested.
Juventus also have an interest in the young talent, and Motta watched him closely during their game against Lille this week, Cristiano Giuntoli was heavily impressed as well.
Given Fonseca ‘launched him’ just a year ago, the Portuguese is advocating for his purchase.
Mussa the MOTM against Real .
Mike was motm
To me everybody plays their heart out. I will give it to MM for the great reflexes saves
Fofana for battling out the middle with the likes of Modric, Valverde and co
Musa for keeping Vini Jnr silent
For me,it’s better to bring in Ricci, Gustavo Sa or Frendrup than this person.He’s too young to play for a big club like Milan.I’m worried that he won’t get minutes with the club like the previous players. For example, Romero and Pellegrino.
I don’t think you have never seen this kid play. If you have then something is wrong with your eyes. I would take him over Ricci who will cost more but this kid is special and worth it. Milan should move quickly to sign him.
I’d sign him in January and leave him with Lille to develop