Atalanta has reportedly secured a deal for Genoa`s promising young defender Honest Ahanor, beating out competition from AC Milan. The agreement is said to be worth €15 million upfront, with an additional €5 million in potential bonuses.
Despite having made only six Serie A appearances, the 17-year-old Ahanor has impressed enough to command a significant price tag. His acquisition comes as Atalanta prepares to sell Matteo Ruggeri to Atletico Madrid, while Milan was seeking a replacement for Theo Hernandez, who is set to join Al-Hilal.
Atalanta`s Strategic Move
According to reports, Atalanta`s offer for Ahanor has been accepted by Genoa. This development means AC Milan will need to look elsewhere for their left-back reinforcement following Hernandez`s departure.
Ahanor, who only turned 17 in February, was born in Italy to Nigerian parents and obtained Italian citizenship in 2023. Despite his potential, he has yet to represent Italy at the youth international level.
This transfer represents a significant investment in young talent for Atalanta, as they continue to build for the future while competing at the highest levels of Italian football.