Milan Transfer Market: Amorim Finally Takes Action, Two Targets in Sight and Eight Departures

Milan’s transfer market is finally picking up: after a month of total inactivity following the arrivals of Gonçalo Ramos and Mario Gila, the Rossoneri are back in motion to finalize a series of transfers (at least eight) and, at the same time, round out Ruben Amorim’s roster with a few targeted signings.

The Portuguese coach made cautious statements after the friendly matches played abroad, but he’ll make his voice heard at Thursday’s meeting with Gerry Cardinale, who is arriving from the United States; the Rossoneri’s other transfer officials will be there with him. According to reports in *La Gazzetta dello Sport*, the top defensive target is Portuguese defender Gonçalo Inacio of Sporting Lisbon. A favorite of Amorim’s, he will arrive if Fikayo Tomori leaves—one of the players the Portuguese coach has ruled out.

In addition to the Englishman, the list of departing players includes Filippo Terracciano (sought after by Udinese and Monza), David Odogu, Youssouf Fofana (targeted by several Premier League clubs), Warren Bondo, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Pervis Estupinan, and either Yunus Musah or Samuele Ricci. Athekame’s loan to Lyon has already been finalized. Up front, the situation regarding Rafael Leao remains unclear, as he appears to be disregarding the only concrete offer he has received so far—from Galatasaray in Turkey; meanwhile, Santiago Gimenez’s future seems all but settled, as he is very close to joining Porto.

On the attacking front, Milan is considering Argentine attacking midfielder Matias Soulé, who is not in Gian Piero Gasperini’s plans and is set to leave Roma. Milan has been monitoring him for some time and could make a move. Meanwhile, La Rosea also reports that Amorim is considering trying out Adrien Rabiot as an attacking midfielder, reviving the role he played at Marseille under Roberto De Zerbi.

Finally, the Maignan situation continues to dominate the headlines. The French goalkeeper, who has removed all references to Milan from his social media profiles—just like Fofana—will not return to Milanello until August 16, one week before the start of the season. This move has sparked a reaction from fans on social media, with many calling for the captain’s armband to be reassigned to Luka Modric. Thursday’s meeting with Cardinale will also be crucial for shedding light on this situation, which risks becoming yet another flashpoint in what has already been an extremely complicated summer for the Rossoneri.