This summer seems to be one of old flames for AC Milan, and more specifically, re-visiting them. However, a report has claimed that whilst past flings can be revisited, it may not mark a change in plans.
Since the mercato opened, and even before then, Youssouf Fofana has been the leading name on Milan’s midfield shortlist. However, there have been issues in the process of negotiating with his current club, AS Monaco.
An agreement has already been made between the club and the player, but there remains a distance between the two clubs, leading the French midfielder to ask for clarity about the situation, given he has stated his desire to become a Milanista.
With the deal not finalised, though, there is a chance the midfielder could move elsewhere, so the Diavolo have kept their options open, and earlier today, a report suggested that they had added Manu Kone to their shortlist.
Nevertheless, a report from Milan News has suggested that the plans have not changed and Fofana is still the priority. Whilst the management appreciates the profile of Kone, he is seen as a ‘valid alternative’ to Fofana with the path to their preference ‘not worn out’.
It remains to be seen when a deal will be closed for Fofana, but it seems Milan have a preference and will not give up on it.