AC Milan are looking to repeat a Luka Modric-esque coup by luring Bernardo Silva to Italy on a free transfer, a report claims.
There is a specific objective for this final part of the season for Milan: to reach at least fourth place and achieve the goal set since the beginning of the year, which is qualifying for next year’s UEFA Champions League.
It is an achievement that would allow them to return to top-flight European football while simultaneously replenishing the accounts in view of the summer. From there, they would have greater margins to strengthen the squad available to Massimiliano Allegri.
Silva lining
As per La Repubblica (via Calciomercato.com), Milan are considering two major deals to strengthen their midfield: Leon Goretzka and Bernardo Silva. Both are on expiring deals with their respective clubs, Bayern Munich and Manchester City.
Goretzka will officially leave Bayern Munich on July 1st on a free transfer. The German midfielder is asking for a salary of around €6m net per year, while Milan are continuing to monitor and evaluate the potential operation.
The competition is fierce, though. Barcelona have also registered interest in Goretzka, but the Rossoneri remain tempting for the former Schalke 04 man, even if everything will depend on the player’s desire and the economic parameters within which they will have to comply.
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Milan are also keeping the idea of trying for Bernardo Silva alive. The 31-year-old Portuguese could leave England at the end of the season if he has a convincing project. Juventus are also keen, as are Galatasaray and Fenerbahce.
The issue to be resolved is more of an economic one: the salary requested by the ex-Monaco star remains high, but the Diavolo have nevertheless inquired about the room for manoeuvre through some discussions with his entourage.