Another report has claimed that AC Milan are keen on signing Maxim De Cuyper ahead of next season, amid the doubts over Theo Hernandez’s future.
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According to TMW, we cannot talk about a deal in progress at the moment because Milan still have to hire a sporting director and then make a decision on the head coach. However, scouts have identified De Cuyper as the ideal replacement for Theo, who they expect to be sold in the summer.
Having come through the academy at Club Brugge, De Cuyper has a deal with the Belgian side until June 2028. He is an idol to the fans, with strong ties to his current club and will certainly not push to leave.
However, in the summer, at 24 years old, the time might be right for him to take a step up, both for De Cuyper and Club Brugge. The club listen to offers starting from an initial valuation of €15-20m, but which could also increase with bonuses.
Much will depend on the offers that arrive because in the Premier League several clubs are following him with interest just like Milan, a club that will actually be able to dive into the market only after having resolved a couple of crucial issues.