AS Monaco director Thiago Scuro has spoken out about the future of midfielder Youssouf Fofana, amid the strong links with a move to AC Milan.
The Fofana saga continues to have various twists and turns, with the most recent developments suggesting that Milan have run into trouble in their pursuit of the Frenchman because Monaco have set an asking price of €35m.
Given that he has just 11 months left on his deal and has made it clear he wants to join the Rossoneri, the directors are not willing to offer close to that amount and instead have been placing bids below €20m.
As Fabrizio Romano posted on social media, Thiago Scuro – the sporting director for Monaco – responded to a question about Fofana’s future and his asking price.
“I’ve a good relationship with Fofana, we have been clear on the price needed since day one. The proposal has to be good for Fofana but also for AS Monaco. Otherwise, also staying here would be a possibility,” he said.
It seems that Fofana is seen as the player needed to complete Milan’s midfield because Paulo Fonseca wants a player who has his characteristics, but Monaco are standing firm and thus a further effort will be needed.