With Mike Maignan’s contract approaching its last few months, AC Milan have been forced to look around for possible replacements.
When Maignan is available, he is one of the best goalkeepers in Serie A if not world football. The problem is that he has so far missed over 40 games since arriving from Lille in the 2021 summer transfer window, due to a multitude of different injury issues.
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The most recent cause for concern came on Sunday night. Maignan hobbled off with what appeared to be a calf problem and a long-term absence was instantly feared when he was seen leaving San Siro on crutches, suggesting a tear of the muscle.
However, it seems he has actually avoided any serious issue, which raises even more question marks, though it is also possible that he has learned the nature of his body by now and came off as a precaution.
A ‘very fragile goalkeeper’
Now, Antonio Vitiello has shed some light on the situation related to Maignan and his potential heir during his weekly column for MilanNews,.
“Mike Maignan suffered a calf injury during the win against Bologna. Tests ruled out any injuries, but he left San Siro on crutches, and it remains to be seen how long he will be out,” he said.
“We’re talking about a very strong but also very fragile goalkeeper, sidelined every year by injury. The issue of a renewal remains a hot topic. Allegri and Tare will try to convince him, but negotiations are currently stalled.
“If he doesn’t stay, two names are already being mentioned: Zion Suzuki, a 23-year-old from Parma, and Elia Caprile, currently at Cagliari. Torriani will then be given more confidence, but a loan deal to give him more experience would have been the right choice.”
Get Torriani in – why waste money?
Torriani already proved to be as good if not better then Maingan and Dubmaruma
It payed off to give the Dollaruma a chance, why not do the same with Torriani. He looked awesome when he got his chance
Torriani should be the first choice. Let fragile meinyon on the bench till next season
Yes agreed Torriani did dollaruma go on loan for experience? No and keepers makes silly mistakes sometimes so let torriani get the nod I perfer him and more valuable for the brand and Ac milan loyal fan to see an academy product more in the team
Resign the captain u cheap f**ks, it would stabilize the team.
Caprile is ok, but Suzuki!? Are you crazy!? The worst goalkeeper in Serie A by a mile.
Suzuki is a disaster man. I don’t even believe he’s name was mentioned by Milan. Caprile is the best option. Anyone with eyes can see that. Smh
Caprile or Svilar. Statistically, Svilar is maybe even the best goalkeeper in Serie A. Caprile is the cheaper option.
Suzuki is AWFUL! Truly! He can’t do the basic GK things right…. Terraciano isn’t the answer either. So either place trust in Torriani or go out and find a decent replacement.
If Maignan leaves i wont be mad, hes been an amazing keeper for us these few years; and I will always respect and appreciate him. But he’s replaceable lol. If we manage to sell him for a good fee, we should take it, and promote Torriani. Hes shown that hes capable, and hes great with penalties. We can spend the money on a more needed position.
Give Torriani chance. You can give donnarumma chance but cannot give torriani same chance? Donna never go on loan. Zion suzuki are big no, he is mediocre