The majority of the speculation surrounding potential signings for AC Milan concerns the midfield and the wings, but a centre-forward could arguably be the most important purchase.
MilanNews write how Olivier Giroud was forced to work overtime last season and even still the Frenchman was decisive for the Rossoneri, with an overall haul of 18 goals and 7 assists.
However, he will turn 37 on 30 September and for this reason the management have the duty to support him with a team-mate of the highest level so that he can manage his work rate more carefully.
Alvaro Morata has been linked but the source claim that he does not convince the Milan management that much given that he is 30 years of age, has never been a prolific scorer and would cost €20m.
The other name is that of Gianluca Scamacca, but West Ham will not let him go via a loan formula. There is also Lois Openda, for whom RC Lens have set too high an asking price for the moment.
It feels as though the striker that will arrive is not yet known, but the certain fact is that the Diavolo need a top striker who can make a difference both in Italy and in Europe.
