AC Milan have been making more and more frequent moves in the transfer market and according to multiple sources, they are accelerating the signing of French international midfielder Youssef Fofana from Monaco. The news has been confirmed by Gazzetta dello Sport reporter Andrea Ramazzotti, who reveals that a surprise visit from Milan boss Gerry Cardinale and lengthy talks with the management have added a strong impetus to the transfer. ,,
It has been reported that significant progress has been made in the negotiations between Milan and Monaco, with the two sides planning to hold a new round of talks on Tuesday, with the aim of finalizing the deal and signing a contract within the next 48 to 72 hours. In terms of the transfer fee, the two sides have reached a consensus on a fixed transfer fee of about 14 million euros, and are currently finalizing negotiations on the amount of floating bonuses and payment methods.
The interest in Youssef Fofana from big clubs such as Manchester United and Atletico Madrid has certainly heightened Milan's sense of urgency, prompting them to make a decisive move to avoid being cut off by other teams. Although Monaco have tried to provoke a bidding war, they have not been able to make a strong bid considering that the player's contract is due to expire in 2025 and he has made it clear that he only wants to join Milan.
Youssef Fofana's contract with Milan will be a four-year deal, not five as initially rumored. His salary will also receive a significant boost, doubling from the current €1 million-plus to a base salary plus variable bonuses of up to €3 million. In addition, Youssef Fofana is currently on vacation in Tuscany, Italy, and is scheduled to report to Milan on August 2 with national teammates Meinian and Te'o, which further increases the likelihood of the deal coming to fruition. However, the exact reporting time is still subject to Milan's medical arrangements.
