Confirmation has arrived from a reliable source that AC Milan are interested in signing Roma forward Nicolo Zaniolo, but it will not be easy.
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According to MilanNews, Zaniolo is happy to learn of the interest of Milan but Roma – who do not want to strengthen a domestic rival if possible – are asking for €40m to sell the 22-year-old in the summer transfer market.
Both technical director Paolo Maldini and head coach Stefano Pioli approve of signing Zaniolo, who can play either as an attacking midfielder or as a right winger if needed.
Juventus’ interest has been registered in the last few months but the Bianconeri – with the passage of time – have become less and less concrete in their pursuit of the Italy international.
Zaniolo has suffered with repeated long-term injury problems despite his young age, and he managed 2 goals and 2 assists in the league last season for Roma, where he has a deal until 2024.
