💣 Milan to sign a top striker: Retegui, Vlahovic or Núñez, Modric visits ⏰
Milan is ready to shake up the summer transfer market with a clear mission: to find a top-notch striker for the new era signed by Massimiliano Allegri.
According to Sky Sport, the Rossoneri management is evaluating various options to strengthen the attack and also the defense, with important names already on the notebook.
Retegui and Vlahovic in the front row, contacts for Núñez
At the top of the list is Mateo Retegui, Atalanta's striker, who has gained Milan's interest with solid performances and constant growth. Contacts between the parties - according to Di Marzio - have resumed, and the Italian-Argentine remains a hot track.
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But that's not all: another name in the spotlight is Dusan Vlahovic. The Juventus striker, an old acquaintance of Allegri, would represent a big hit. The interest is confirmed by Matteo Moretto and Di Marzio. The biggest obstacle remains the player's high salary, who must speak with Juventus' Director Comolli.
Another name appears: Darwin Núñez, according to Matteo Moretto, the Rossoneri have sounded out his position despite the high costs. Milan's goal is clear: to take a top-level striker.
Zinchenko + Kiwior, and Modric's visits are delayed
Milan is not limited to just the attack. According to Sky Sport, the Rossoneri are also seeking reinforcements in defense. The name of Oleksandr Zinchenko has returned to the forefront, Arsenal's left-back, considered the ideal heir to Theo Hernandez.
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The Ukrainian is valued for his international experience and leadership matured in the Premier League, first at Manchester City and now at the Gunners. However, the salary issue remains to be resolved.
For La Gazzetta dello Sport, the name of Kiwior is also added: appreciated for his versatility and experience already gained in Italy.
Who, on the other hand, has already found a total agreement with Milan is Luka Modric: according to Sky Sport, there are no doubts about the operation, with the Croatian player undergoing medical visits after the Club World Cup in the USA with Real Madrid.
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