Javi Guerra is one of AC Milan’s main targets for the midfield this summer but as reported by Matteo Moretto, patience will be needed to secure the Spaniard.
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Following the departure of Tijjani Reijnders, who was pivotal in the midfield last season, Milan are looking to add some reinforcements in that department this summer. In addition to Granit Xhaka and Luka Modric, Valencia’s Javi Guerra is a priority.
Last night, Sky Italia reported that Milan’s first offer of €16m plus bonuses had been rejected, with the Rossoneri currently working on a new one. According to Matteo Moretto on Fabrizio Romano’s YouTube channel, however, more patience will be needed for the operation.
“Milan like Javi Guerra, but for the transfer, patience is needed. Several steps still need to happen before we can talk about a heated negotiation. They are telling me that the operation could possibly be unlocked at the start of July.
“Valencia are in no hurry and are trying to renew his contract. It will be difficult, though, as the player wants to be the highest-paid player in the squad. As of today, there is distance regarding the renewal, but there also isn’t an agreement between Guerra and Milan, nor Milan and Valencia.
“Valencia asking for 25 million euros, perhaps a few million more even with bonuses,” he stated.
There is no immediate rush to secure Guerra’s services but at the same time, Max Allegri wants the players – especially the starters – at his disposal for most of the pre-season. As such, Milan will need to have a deadline for the negotiations, so as to avoid another Youssouf Fofana situation.