Milan’s search for midfield reinforcements has primarily focused on two targets this summer: Charles De Ketelaere and Hakim Ziyech, with the former almost complete. The Belgian prodigy will undoubtedly star for the Rossoneri, but he will not be the club’s final addition before the new season.
According to the most recent Calciomercato sources, technical director Paolo Maldini and sports director Ricky Massara will “return to knock on Chelsea’s door” for the Moroccan. Milan are ready to resume discussions next month after all other fronts have calmed down, especially given Ziyech’s willingness to take a pay reduction to join the Italian champions.
Milan is expected to make an offer towards the end of August, assuming no other clubs progress talks with the player’s entourage. However, the possibilities of that happening appear slim given that the enigmatic winger has previously expressed his desire to join Milan. Milan’s great relationship with Chelsea will play a significant part in the transfer’s execution.