News broke this morning that AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan would not move to Chelsea before the transfer deadline, due to negotiations breaking down.
It is almost a case of immovable force meets immovable object, really. Chelsea would not move from a bid of €15 million, whilst Milan sought a deal closer to €25m. Even though the asking price is really not ridiculous in any circumstance. As a result, the deal collapsed this morning.
Despite Maignan seeking an exit, he will have to wait as the talks come to a stop. So, what happens in the meantime?
The options moving forward
It is difficult to really assess the following actions. The traditional summer market opens in a few weeks, so this is when the Rossoneri will, again, have to find a buyer for the goalkeeper, with another Chelsea attempt impossible to rule out, per Milan News reports.
Alternatively, another attempt at a renewal can be made, though, with the Frenchman stating that he wants to leave, it is difficult to see this relationship being fixed. Especially, with his exit fuelled by frustration with the previous talks.
Finally, is that the summer ends without a transfer or an extension, the worst possible situation. Here, Maignan would see out another year, destined for an exit for nothing.