Franck Kessie’s contract with AC Milan will expire at the end of the season and a free transfer is looking increasingly likely. The Rossoneri legend Alessandro Nesta recently shared his thoughts on the matter.
The Ivorian now famously promised to sort the renewal upon returning from the 2021 summer Olympics. Nothing has happened since and his demands remain very high, which Milan cannot satisfy amid their efforts to stabilise the balance sheet.
The situation hasn’t gone down too well with the Milan fans and it’s looking like yet another one of the club’s stars will leave for free. Interviewed by Gazzetta Dello Sport (via MilanLive), Nesta spoke about the matter.
“I understand that he has an international market, he can play for any team. In terms of quality, there are very few like him. The rules are wrong, you can’t be two years from contract expiration and ask for excessive amounts to renew.
“A club cannot afford to keep the player or even lose him. If the rules don’t change the clubs will always find themselves taken by the neck by agents and players,” he stated.
It remains to be seen if there will be an opening for the renewal but it’s looking very unlikely for the time being. Although Milan’s offer is relatively high, Kessie can go abroad and get more, which makes sense if he’s only after the money.
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