The prospect of Milan captain Calabria's contract extension is currently shrouded in a cloud of uncertainty. According to a new report from Football Market Milan's follow up reporter Daniele Longo, Calabria's contract extension talks with Milan have stalled in what is undoubtedly going to be a difficult summer for the loyal captain.
Calabria has been a mainstay of the Milan backline since he took on the captain's armband. However, his steady performance on the pitch has not translated into smooth progress in the contract renewal negotiations. It is reported that Milan's management, while recognizing Calabria's contribution, has been quite harsh on the renewal conditions. They offered to extend Calabria's contract to 2027, while keeping his current salary unchanged. This is obviously difficult to accept for a captain who wants better treatment to reflect his value.
Calabria himself is full of love for the Milan jersey and has repeatedly expressed his desire to renew his contract. However, he felt helpless and disappointed in the face of the renewal conditions put forward by the club. The digital divide between the two sides seemed insurmountable, leading to a stalemate in the negotiations. In order to avoid further deadlock and unnecessary arguments, both sides decided to suspend the dialog for the time being and enter a phase of calm reflection.
This move by the Milan club could mean that they have some reservations about Calabria's future performance. They may believe that Calabria, despite his consistent performances, has not shown enough growth and breakthrough to make concessions on his salary. However, such a decision undoubtedly creates uncertainty in Calabria's career and puts his loyalty to the club to the test.
