As AC Milan anticipates smooth negotiations with Manchester City regarding the transfer of Tijjani Reijnders, the club, known as the Rossoneri, is already looking for midfielders who can fill the creative role currently held by the Dutch international under the guidance of new manager Massimiliano Allegri.
Although reports from Friday indicated that Milan initially turned down an offer from Manchester City, the English club is reportedly preparing a higher bid that might persuade Milan to sell Reijnders.
MILAN, ITALY – MAY 24: Tijjani Reijnders of AC Milan runs with the ball whilst under pressure from Alessandro Bianco and Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro of Monza during the Serie A match between AC Milan and Monza at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on May 24, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Consequently, Allegri and sporting director Igli Tare have started discussing potential replacements. Two midfielders from Serie A are currently being considered, in addition to Samuele Ricci from Torino.
According to Calciomercato.com, Milan has reportedly contacted Venezia to inquire about Hans Nicolussi Caviglia. Allegri previously coached this player during his last season at Juventus and used him in several matches.
VENICE, ITALY – FEBRUARY 09: Hans Nicolussi Caviglia of Venezia and Lucas Gourna-Douath of Roma in action during the Serie A match between Venezia and AS Roma at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo on February 09, 2025 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by Timothy Rogers/Getty Images)
Milan also highly value Nicolò Rovella of Lazio. However, they understand that Lazio might be very unwilling to sell him, especially given the club`s current situation after failing to qualify for any European competition, finishing seventh in Serie A following a 1-0 home loss to Lecce.
Samuele Ricci from Torino remains a solid option for Milan. However, Torino`s asking price of €35 million is causing Milan to look at other players instead.
