Milan Football Club has recently faced a storm of departure from midfielder Saalmakers. According to a new report from Daniele Longo, a reporter following Milan in the soccer market, Salmacres has decided to leave the team in the coming weeks in search of a new chapter in his career, despite his rapport with his Milan teammates and management.
Behind this decision is the growing competition within the Milan squad. With the addition of strong players such as Pulisic and Chukwueze, Salmacs realized that his place in the team could be challenged. In order to further improve his game, he felt it was vital to join a club that could tailor-make a growth plan for him.
The Premier League is currently emerging as the most likely home for Salmaekers. Milan have reportedly been in talks with a number of Premier League clubs, including Leicester City and West Ham United, for several days, while the likes of Nottingham Forest and Ipswich have also expressed strong interest in the Belgian midfielder. It is widely believed in the market that a formal offer could surface as early as early next week, and Milan's bid of €20 million for Salmacres shows recognition of his market value.
Despite the fact that Juventus' new boss Juan Motta has favored Salmacres, Juve have yet to make any concrete moves. This is mainly due to the fact that Mota and Salmacres have built up a good relationship during their time at Bologna, but the two sides still need to communicate and negotiate further on the transfer.
For Milan, the departure of Salmaekers is undoubtedly a major adjustment. However, the team's management said it will respect the player's personal choice and is committed to finding a suitable replacement in the transfer market in order to maintain the team's competitiveness. At the same time, fans have also expressed their blessings and reluctance to Salmacres, hoping that he can continue to shine in his new club and realize his soccer dreams.
